The context of the following conversation is Tracy declared unto them the rules. The rules were stupid and unecessary.:
Tracy says These rules here that I have declared have been deemed silly and useless..
The friend responds Why, what makes you come to that conclusion?.
Tracy responds I have had enough of these arbitrary rules which are against all that I stand for..
The friend responds Oh, I understand your frustration but the council agreed to these rules and you were there as well..
Tracy responds Yes, but after enacting some of these rules, it is clear that they do not help the citizens of this city..
The friend responds I do believe we are up for a referendum on this in the upcoming election..