“The dissenting opinion has continued since 1792 as a great American tradition. It is as true to the character of our democracy as of speech itself.”
William Orville Douglas
“The depth and strength of a human character are defined by its moral reserves. People reveal themselves completely only when they are thrown out of the customary conditions of their life, for only then do they have to fall back on their reserves.”
Leonardo da Vinci
“In a number of cases dissenting opinions have in time become the law”
Charles Evans Hughes
“This is a very, very conservative judge who in his dissenting opinions is overwhelmingly likely to be more conservative than the majority.”
Cass R. Sunstein
“We must not confuse dissent with disloyalty. When the loyal opposition dies, I think the soul of America dies with it.”
Edward R. Murrow
“Dissent is the highest form of patriotism.”
Howard Zinn
“No matter that patriotism is too often the refuge of scoundrels. Dissent, rebellion, and all-around hell-raising remain the true duty of patriots.”
Barbara Ehrenreich
