I've never believed in the argument that silence is as bad as active complicity, but I think it's particularly untrue here. The impression I came away with was

I've never believed in the argument that silence is as bad as active complicity, but I think it's particularly untrue here. The impression I came away with was the the most likely outcome of challenging this decision is a quick dismissal for failing to follow instructions. Finding a new job is certainly a reasonable option, but expecting someone to mar their work history by being fired over a fight they can't win isn't productive.