I had come to a keener appreciation of the role the law plays in maintaining a sense of order and fairness in our society, and in providing a means to make social progress.

我渐渐更加深刻地体会到，法律在维护我们社会的秩序和公正、促进社会进步中所扮演的重要角色。

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This raises questions about the role of law enforcement and order during a natural disaster.

FORBES: Crime in the Wake of Hurricane Irene