Law and Order last night, McCoy used that exact line. When people say "if we allow gays to marry then people will want to marry their dogs!" I say "if that's a right you want then make a sign that says "I should be allowed to marry my dog" and go stand with it on a corner in your neighborhood. I have yet to see someone do it.
Here's a blogger's comment on "
Man has only those rights he can defend." I agree 100%.
When we do get involved with a legal situation (civil or criminal) we often think our "rights" are just automatically protected by mere existence of the law. However we only have "rights" if we're able to effectively understand and apply the law for our defense within the judicial system. If you lack effective legal counsel (such as an attorney) you effectively have no rights. So while the character Jack McCoy is fictional, the words he speaks have much truth: "Man has only those rights he can defend". To be sure that you actually get to exercise the "rights" presented in our constitution and laws - be sure you have immediate access to legal services,
07-13-2008, 12:51 AM
