Political Quotes

Richard S. Williamson: “The most important thing with the slave tragedy is being very vigorous to push the rule of law, which doesn't exist.”

On the recordJanuary 17, 2011
The most important thing with the slave tragedy is being very vigorous to push the rule of law, which doesn't exist.
Said by
Richard S. Williamson

Editor's note · Context

Emphasizes the need for rule of law to address human rights abuses.

Share

More from Richard S. Williamson

Sep 13, 2012

Respect for America has gone down. There's not a sense of American resolve that we can't even protect sovereign property.

transcripts.cnn.com
Jan 17, 2011

As Ronald Reagan used to say, 'Trust but verify.'

congress.gov
Jan 17, 2011

It is ironic that President George Bush, who opposed the ICC, was a stronger supporter for international accountability of the regime in Khartoum than this administration has been.

congress.gov
Jan 17, 2011

I am loathe to be too generous until those issues are dealt with for those who have been subjected to violence as well as the injustice.

congress.gov