Civil Disobedience (Thoreau's essay)

"Civil Disobedience," an essay by Henry David Thoreau, advocates that individuals should peacefully resist unjust laws and government actions. Thoreau argues that people have a moral duty to follow their conscience rather than obeying laws they believe are wrong, especially when government promotes injustice, like slavery or war. He encourages citizens to refuse to support or participate in unjust systems through nonviolent protest, such as refusing to pay taxes or obeying unfair laws, to promote change and uphold moral integrity. The essay emphasizes that individual conscience and moral responsibility are crucial in ensuring justice.