The illegality and injustice of the measure, in contrast to the Germans' earlier showy insistence on legality and correctness, outraged those who remained behind and encouraged many to turn a blind eye to the resistance activities of others in passive support.
The unfairness and wrongfulness of the measure, contrasting with the Germans' prior insistence on legalism and correctness, enraged those remaining behind and prompted many to look away from the actions of resistance fighters in silent support.