Emmeline Pankhurst

Steadfast Hearts and the Long Arc of Justice

Finally, the phrase “toward fairness” grounds the lofty ideal of justice in a more accessible concept. Fairness is something most people recognize in daily life: equitable treatment at work, unbiased laws, and dignified recognition of each person’s worth. By framing justice as a direction rather than a destination, Pankhurst implies that no society achieves perfect fairness, yet all can move closer through deliberate choices. Thus, the quote creates a bridge from moral theory to everyday conduct, inviting each person to see their own steadfastness as a tangible force that nudges institutions, norms, and narratives toward a more just world. [...]