Quote by Winston Churchill

If you have ten thousand regulations you destroy all respect for the law.

If you have ten thousand regulations you destroy all respect

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that an excessive number of regulations can undermine the general reverence for the law. When there are too many regulations, it becomes difficult for individuals to navigate and comply with the law effectively. Consequently, people may develop a sense of frustration and disregard for the legal system as they perceive it as burdensome, complex, or arbitrary. The quote argues that a more streamlined and manageable system of regulations is necessary to maintain a society in which individuals uphold and respect the law.

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By Winston Churchill

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