Do you agree or disagree with civil disobedience?

Question

What is your point of view on breaking the law if you feel something isn't fair?

Should it be allowed?

Answer 1

It is often the most effective way to make change happen.  I think it an excellent tactic often.  One must be prepared to pay the price for doing so though.

Answer 2

Civil disobedience is valid if it is against an unlawful policy of the government.

Answer 3

It's a great way to influence change, if used responsibly (i.e. non-violently).

Answer 4

You must be a product of government schools.

If something is allowed, then a law isn't being broken, now is it.

As far as civil disobedience goes, I consider myself a rational anarchist. I can almost understand other peoples' need to make laws that govern my behavior. That doesn't mean that I like it. If a law is convenient for me, I obey it. If it is inconvenient, I break it, taking care not to attract attention, and knowing full well that I alone am responsible for any consequences.

There occasions where public disobedience is the only way to attract attention to the stupidity of some laws. I commend the courage of those who have and who will do what is necessary to preserve and / or restore freedom to our country.