
Learning module:
Law and democracy Defining Moments
Balancing passion for change in a resilient democracy
4.1 Introduction

A feature of a democracy is the right to engage in peaceful protest as a way to demand change. How can a resilient democracy accommodate protest and change while maintaining social cohesion?
In this investigation you can examine a number of case studies where people have disagreed strongly, and protested openly and with passion, as part of their democratic right.
Vietnam Moratorium protests |
Franklin Dam protests |
Dismissing a Prime Minister |
The rise and fall of a female Prime Minister |
ICAN change the world |
When free speech goes too far |