Finally, the metaphor also encourages us to recognize the sociopolitical implications of different kinds of organization and their societal roles. Recall the quotation that opened this chapter. Should people be prepared to surrender their democratic rights when their democratic rights when they begin work each morning? Is is possible to have a democratic society if most people spend their working lives obeying the commands of others? Should organizations be allowed to play politics by lobbying in an attempt to influence legislation and other government politics? Should there be closer or more distant relations between business and government?.