Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The wise know that foolish legislation is a rope of sand, which perishes in the twisting.

The wise know that foolish legislation is a rope of sand, wh

Summary

This quote implies that legislation that is poorly thought out or based on foolish ideas ultimately falls apart and becomes ineffective. The "rope of sand" metaphor suggests that such legislation lacks stability and coherence. It highlights the importance of wisdom in crafting laws, as the wise understand the necessity of logical and well-designed legislation for it to be successful and have a lasting impact. Legislation that is not carefully considered may crumble under scrutiny or fail to address the issues it aimed to resolve, rendering it essentially useless.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson

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