Blue is the color of the sky and sea. It is often associated with depth and stability. It symbolizes trust, loyalty, wisdom, confidence, intelligence, faith, truth, and heaven. Blue is considered beneficial to the mind and body. It slows human metabolism and produces a calming effect.
1 Backlash (sociology), an adverse reaction to something that has gained prominence.  Backlash (pressure group), a UK group opposing the 2008 law criminalising possession of extreme pornography.
Learner's definition of CRITICISM. 1. [noncount] : the act of expressing disapproval and of noting the problems or faults of a person or thing : the act of criticizing someone or something. There was much public criticism directed/leveled at the senator. The new law attracted/drew widespread criticism. [=many people criticized the new law]