Lawful vs Unlawful?

I'm not so big on lawful vs unlawful these days. I think that line of discourse (and included in that domain are questions of constitutionality, etc) is increasingly used a means to divert social frustration and anger. Obviously government is of the position that might makes right. Legitimacy and consent of the governed isn't necessary since dissent can be suppressed (oppressed) through fear, intimidation, and violence. People need to stop thinking in terms of what the law says. Who is responsible for making sure the law is adhered to? The government. And that is a conflict of interest. We need common law courts and militia but my remedy to the situation is only increasingly mainstream.