<p>“Nothing strengthens authority so much as silence.” Leonardo da Vinci. Without hesitation it is important to question authority. If one does not stand up against authority, one would be considered a mindless slave to those with power such as; dictators, tyrants, oppressive rulers, and despots. History, literature, art, and modern world events exhibit how significant it is to question “The man”.</p>
<p>During the time of the American Revolution from 1765-1783, the Thirteen American colonies had broken up with Great Britain to set up an independent nation known as: The United States of America. In an attempt to fight against the ridiculous taxes the Americans were given, the Americans had formed several groups in attempt to protest. One of which these groups were the “Sons of Liberty” during December 16, 1773 the “Sons of Liberty” had done a political protest in an attempt to rebel against the “Tea Act” that had been passed by the British parliament. The Boston Tea Party had played a crucial role in the American Revolution as it brought the Colonies and the people inhabiting them one step closer to freedom. It was an act that sent a statement to the parliament saying that they did not want these taxes. However, as Britain had become more frustrated, they became more oppressive, only to find that the Americans had fought back even harder. A political resistance against Britain had made them not only back off, but realize The United States as an independent nation.</p>
<p>In the hit anime and manga “Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion”, the main character Lelouch gains an abnormal power call Geass. The power Geass allows him to gain another under his control, mind control as one would have it. He uses this power to fight against an oppressive government that is run by a tyrant that is also his father and his nation known as “Britannia”. “Britannia” strips the land of Japan of freedom and renames the land of Japan as “Area 11”. The power attained by Lelouch has him form an alter ego “Zero” as he disguises his identity in order to get the support of the Japanese to revolt. “Zero” better known as Lelouch eventually confronts his father only to lose him, in an attempt to chase his dream. The ending consists of Lelouch gaining Japans freedom and abolishing the name “Area 11”, showing that authority can be fought. </p>
<p>In the end, it is important the going against authority, as The United States had been formed due to rebelling against the British. Along, with that even shows such as Lelouch display rebellion and going against authority with a positive outcome for all. “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead.</p>