Henry David Thoreau illustrates “Civil Disobedience” as an equal and moral man amongst his beloved brothers and sisters on behalf of addressing his government's largest issues. The excerpt alone, however, speaks genuinely and entirely as a true American. In just about every aspect of his speech; with reference to all political, social, and monetary order, Thoreau addresses his opinions and beliefs through his first hand experience, man's utmost basic civil rights as well as internal will to assist the development of a new and moral society. For it is unlike an American man or woman to succumb to a principle in which they have no desire to follow. Let alone a principle that leaves little to no voice to it’s citizens. Subsequently, Thoreau amounts his most reliable and weighted belief within his opening proclamation, “That government is best which governs not at all”.
Conscience is a power even god has asserted himself. Man is a ruler of his own decisions and beliefs, so why has the day come where man is nothing more than a dog on a leash. Much like a sensible dog, …show more content…
However, as of now that is all he considers it to be. A legislature is nothing without its kin. So how has the day come that the people are unable to dictate the ultimate fate of their lives. In many cases it still remains unseen or overlooked within the very realms of society. For example, men do not fail to be cheated by their neighbors and not have their opinions heard. Therefore, there should be no difference in the relationship between an individual and the State. For there to be civil obedience there must first be a significant amount of mutual respect and trustworthiness within one another. The respect and trust must be made on both sides of the argument. For a government must be truthful and fair to its people while the individuals must adhere and respect the laws placed upon
Conscience is a power even god has asserted himself. Man is a ruler of his own decisions and beliefs, so why has the day come where man is nothing more than a dog on a leash. Much like a sensible dog, …show more content…
However, as of now that is all he considers it to be. A legislature is nothing without its kin. So how has the day come that the people are unable to dictate the ultimate fate of their lives. In many cases it still remains unseen or overlooked within the very realms of society. For example, men do not fail to be cheated by their neighbors and not have their opinions heard. Therefore, there should be no difference in the relationship between an individual and the State. For there to be civil obedience there must first be a significant amount of mutual respect and trustworthiness within one another. The respect and trust must be made on both sides of the argument. For a government must be truthful and fair to its people while the individuals must adhere and respect the laws placed upon