Why Do We Need To Disobey Unjust Laws

Imagine living in a world, where you have to follow every rule, law, and order the government tells you to. Without civil disobedience, that could be what our lives would look like. Civil disobedience allows us to voice our opinions, peacefully and respectfully. Without civil disobedience, we would not be able to voice our opinions, and make changes for the better, without resorting to violence. With the way our world works, one does have a moral responsibility to disobey unjust laws. One reason as to why we need to disobey unjust laws is because it can open the eyes of others, and the government. If nobody voiced their opinion, the government could make laws that are unjust, and then you would have to follow them. With our government being a democracy, often described as power to the people, our thoughts and opinions are a big factor in how laws are created and changed. If you do not voice your opinion, the government would have no way of knowing how the people feel about
In almost every situation relating to unjust laws, there will always be a group of people that might have less of a voice or not be able to voice their opinion. For example, when it comes to equal pay between men and women, the women affected by this may feel they have less of a voice, so having men that think pay should be equal standing up for those affected could increase the chances of the situation being resolved. If more people spread awareness of the situation, and share their thoughts, the chances of something getting accomplished are much greater. Another example would be racism. Many people are discriminated, due to their race. Those being discriminated most likely feel like they do not have a voice, which is another reason as to why people should voice their opinion on the topic, and help end racism. Lastly, you should stand up to unjust laws because we have the right