Who said "The mark of a civilized society is how it treats the weak."?

This quote is attributed to Padraig Colum.

The mark of a civilized society is how it treats the weak. - Padraig Colum

"The mark of a civilized society is how it treats the weak."

Padraig Colum Justice

Poet Playwright Irish 1881–1972

"Story is the oldest form of teaching."

"The old Irish storytellers understood that tales bind people together."

"A story well told is a bridge between hearts."

"In every child lives the capacity for wonder."

"Justice must always prevail."

"You think I'm just some animal?"

"Fighting for what's right never gets easier."

"Justice is worth fighting for."