should people question authority?
117669
Absolutely.  \n\nBut you should do it politely and respectfully, and at least while authority is telling you what to do, you should do it first and ask questions later.\n\nI'm not sure if the question is aimed at authority such as the police (which is where I'm speaking from), but I think it's perfectly appropriate to question a law enforcement officer's actions...when the time is right.  If I'm in the middle of telling you to drop the baseball bat, or remove your hands from your pockets, or get your hands out from under your seat in your car, my best advice is to do it, and do it NOW.  I'm happy to explain my actions once the dust settles, but asking me why I am telling you to drop the tire iron in the middle of a bar fight is not going to lead us into an intelligent dicussion about your civil rights.  \n\nBut yes...I think always question authority - as long as you do it at the proper time and in a civilized manner.
1103349
let the people decide\n\nim worried now.
1024875
The question being asked may have absolutely zippity to do with do da.\nIn that case it's hard to take the questioner seriously.\nI'm gulity! \nI'm thankful for all these little conversations without them I wouldn't know what humility really stands for.
61937
Jesus is the ultimate authority.  It is human to challenge authority.  Many attempt to argue with Christians simply as a way to deny Christ's authority in their own lives.  They reason that if they can win an argument with a Christian, any Christian, then Christ has no authority.  It's sad really.  Obviously they are experiencing a need to believe which they are struggling with.  If they were truly certain that as nonbelievers they were right they wouldn't need to try to prove it all the time.  Let them be.  Tell them you love them anyway and move on.  I don't remember anywhere in the Bible that Jesus spent a lot of time arguing with anyone trying to convince them of his authority.  He showed his authority by being above the argument.  Of course, they crucified him for it.  I like to think if Jesus stumbled into a chat room it might go something like this:\nSinner:  I don't believe in Jesus\nJesus:  You have pain.  Let me help you.\nSinner: There can't be a God because all the evil.\nJesus:  Let me wash your feet.\nSinner: I hate you.\nJesus:  I love you.  Send me an email if you want to talk.  I'll be there.  Bye.\nSinner:  Wait!  I want to argue with you!\nMessage: (Jesus has signed out of the chatroom)
1062393
That is a thought-provoking question.  The answer necessarily pivots on the definition of right and wrong.  Who determines the standard?  The laws of a certain land may say this particular act is right – acceptable.  A higher authority (if one accepts such) may say it is wrong.  Without ascertaining who sets the standard, there is no frame of reference within which to respond to the question.\n\nMoreover, if one were to say it is alright to do the wrong thing for the right reason, the implication is that sincerity and heart-felt motive outweigh the standard.  But is that really so?  It all points back to the standard - there must be a standard first and the one who sets the standard must have the authority to do so and the ability to enforce it.  Else, the question, in effect, becomes meaningless.
993612
Why is it that you have to question others beliefs?
274524
Is it our right to question/challenge? or is it our duty? What do you really think our leaders do with all of the insults that are thrown their way? Do they go home and seriously contemplate about whether the people have a point? Or do they stand up and dust themselves off and blow off the criticism completely? Are we really heard? Or do we just gain satisfaction knowing we've had our "say?" \n\nOk thank god I didn't get deducted 5 points for each of those questions I just asked!!\n\nI guess my point is......yes, it is just par for the course. And people will say what they want to say and I suppose the ammendment to the constitution gave us that right. And if this is stated in our constitution, how could that possibly be unpatriotic or Un-American?? \n\nDoes it do us much good in the long run? *shrugs* Probably not.....but it is a right given to us by our forefathers. So have at it!! :) \n\nEnjoyed your question! I have a similar question posted on my profile.....would love your opinion. :)
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When you are making a good survey, you need to consider exactly what you want to know.  Do you want to know how people feel in general, or how they feel about specific issues.  Then you want to decide what questions best measure this.  For instance, if you want to know what limits people think should be in place in regards to freedom of speech, you would think of questions that measure this more specifically. For instance: Do you feel that the freedom of speech applies to all people? Do you feel it applies to all types of speech? Do you feel that there should be rules regulating people's speech. You might also make a list of potential situations that people might think that free speech should be protected or regulated (Racial slurs, hate speech, threatening language, opposition to government officials, etc...).  You just have to make sure that your questions all answer your big questions and that you can measure your survey afterwards.
310987
It's not a law, so if it bothers you, go ahead and quit if you want. Having a little trouble with authority, are we, or is this just the height of laziness?
414830
Do they have a right to do it?  ABSOLUTELY.\n\nDoes it piss me off?  ABSOLUTLEY\n\nWill they get my help by doing this BS?  ABSOLUTELY NOT.
1117449
Yes, absolutely.  Being American is about freedom and that freedom is about questioning authority too.  I think that people who question the president may be the most patriotic people out there.
829393
It means that they may have to question their own beliefs and why would they want to do that?  I mean, think for themselves?
85349
Perhaps because they see it as if the person calling them names is not respecting their position of authority.  However, at the same time, if you are not acting violent or as if you  are going to cause them harm, I still think that we as citizens have Freedom of speech to express our opinions.
42823
I believe that all authority is appointed by God wether it is good or evil. So with that being said I feel it is up to our leaders to make that decision not us and that Christians should not be involved in politics unless God has led them to be a figure of authority. I fear the religious right getting their way in the political realm far more than I do the atheists. It is the religious leaders such as the Christian coalition that are stripping the American citizens of their rights.
831656
Some people just use this as an example to prove their point.  It wouldn't hurt to get a second opinion if you are that concerned.  I usually do just to make sure.
74335
it is possible that they are insecure, and need/want that sense of power.
458585
It is our job, our obligation to question the leaders we elect into office! It is our obligation to make sure, as the people whom they serve, do their job and keep us and our rights in mind!  \nAnd you.  You have NO right to judge who and what a true family is.  You are not God and only God can judge.  Did you forget that part of your biblical teachings.  Remember the speach about casting the first stone.  I think you need to re-read your bible.