“Fairness is what justice really is.” ~ Potter Stewart
Potter Stewart was appointed to the Supreme Court by President Eisenhower in 1958 and served in that capacity until his retirement in 1981. During that time he was active in the pursuit of justice and equality.
We appreciate this perspective because it alludes to the importance of treating people with dignity. Others have echoed these sentiments, as well. Eleanor Roosevelt is credited with this thought:
And Gary Haugen of the International Justice Mission, whose purpose is to free all people from injustice, had this to say:
Finally, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. summed it up with:
When caring, genuine concern, and fairness are matched with integrity and dignity, the resulting justice permeates our environment and informs our thoughts and actions in a way that is contagious. We see, as a result, random acts of selflessness and kindness that attest to the importance of operating in the character trait of fairness.
Being kind humans is the ultimate goal. When our compassion is coupled with humility and purpose, the effect renders us uniquely whole and balanced in our efforts.
Take time this week to look for ways to increase your ability to recognize and practice fairness in your work and private lives. If you discover that you need to up your game, practice mindfulness and identify those areas where you might improve. The experience will be worth the effort!
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