Conventional civil disobedience usually
engages localized agencies and domestic government. Redress of grievances,
constitutionally protected under law is a myth in practice. The courts operate
as protectors of state authority, while crushing the safeguards of individual
natural rights. Petition to elected officials for recourse resembles begging for
sustenance. Allegiance to country is confused with deference to decadent
dictates. Conscience and moral imperatives draw sincere and aware citizens to
resort to necessary measures of dissent. The question is what kind of civil
disobedience is appropriate and effective?
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