Ariel Durham
- MLK says a just law respects people’s beliefs and moral values. It should lift people, treat everyone fairly, and not target or hurt a specific group. A just law makes it inclusive for everyone. An unjust law does the complete opposite; it creates inequality, harms people, or is made without giving everyone a real voice.
2. The difference definitely matters when laws are fair, people feel protected, and actually trust the system. People also feel more confident if they need to involve law enforcement because there are actual laws backing them, but when laws are unjust, it makes people angry and not trust the system put in place, leading to protest voting changes and bigger conversations about change.
3. A great example is that the Cash bail system ends up punishing poor people the most. Two people can be charged with something, but only the one with money gets to go home. People of color have been affected disproportionately by this system. For a just law, the ADA stands out because it makes sure people with disabilities have equal access in public spaces beyond just wheelchair access, and can be used for job accommodations and other places.
