Civil disobedience is something that is prevalent in today's society. It seems to be an element of symbolism or ritualistic violation of the law, rather than a rejection of the law as a whole. Seemingly groups of individuals protest for or against various institutions that they deem to be unjustified. Most recently the shootings of unarmed African-American men have maintained a steady discourse for civil disobedience. Are the actions of the protestors justified or are they being disobedient? One could argue either way, however, the justification or in justification of such violation of civil rights manifest in the ideas that the populations feels necessary. While many individuals may not understand the objectivity of civil disobedience, others feel it is their justified right to protest, peaceful or not, regardless of what the law states. The media and public are outraged by the prevalence of killing unarmed African Americans and the massive civil rights violations that occur within this community more frequently than other ethnic or socioeconomic backgrounds. …show more content…
Martin Luther King Jr said, "somewhere I read that the greatness of America was the right to protest for rights." Today's society is executing that right and pushing the boundaries of racial equality in the midst of a volatile society. Even more so, recently with the presidential election that has caused a meandering flow of emotions and other discontent in the aspects of protesting and civil disobedience. As a nation as per the popular vote, Hillary Clinton won the presidency, however, by Electoral College votes, Donald Trump is our president elect. This has not only escalated racial tension throughout the United States, but has also contributed to political turmoil due to the reckless behavior that is being exhibited by the newly elected