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In civilized life, law floats in a sea of ethics
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"In civilized life, law floats in a sea of ethics"

- Earl Warren

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This quote by Earl Warren speaks to the value of principles in a civilized society. He suggests that law is inadequate to preserve a civil society, however that principles must likewise be considered. Warren indicates that law is the structure of a civil society, however it is principles that supply the needed assistance and moral compass to guarantee that the law is followed and respected. Without principles, law can end up being approximate and oppressive. Warren's quote stresses the significance of ethics in a civil society, as it offers the moral framework for law to be used in a fair and just manner. Principles likewise provide a sense of community and shared values, which are vital for a civil society to grow.

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Earl Warren This quote is written / told by Earl Warren between March 19, 1891 and July 9, 1974. He was a famous Judge from USA. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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