Members of a community have been arguing about the subject matter taught in the local high school. This argument has led both sides to demonstrate outside city council meetings. Also, one group staged a sit-in at the local board of education. Below are quotes from two citizens who have different opinions about these protests.
Patrick: Government's most important job is to maintain order and protect public safety. How can elected officials ever do their work if people are criticizing them all the time?
Elena: I think it's important that people let their opinions be known. Protests are okay as long as they are not violent.
The argument between Patrick and Elena shows a debate common in American politics. This debate best reflects the conflict between:
