Political Quotes

Teddy Roosevelt: “Of course a judge's views on progressive social philosophy are entirely second in importance to his possession of a high…”

On the record
Of course a judge's views on progressive social philosophy are entirely second in importance to his possession of a high and fine character; which means the possession of such elementary virtues as honesty, courage, and fair-mindedness.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of a judge's character over their social philosophy in the judicial process.

Share

More from Teddy Roosevelt

Oct 13, 1912

I don’t know anything about who the man was who shot me to-night.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation