In working out his transference, michael becomes defensive because he does not want to admit repressed thoughts and feelings into consciousness. michael is showing

resistance

Explanation:

According to my research on studies conducted by various Psychologists, I can say that based on the information provided within the question Michael is showing resistance. He is resisting the urge to admit his repressed thoughts and feelings and instead decides to keep them locked within himself.

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facts: the 14th amendment

the 14th amendment addresses citizenship rights and equal protection of the laws.

the 14th amendment was intended to protect the rights of former slaves after the american civil war.

the 14th amendment was approved by congress in june of 1866 and ratified by the states on july 9, 1868.

the 14th amendment establishes that all persons born in the united states are citizens and are guaranteed all the rights of citizenship.

the 14th amendment establishes that the law protects all citizens equally.

in this case the passage of the 14th amendment   that was violated was the last part in which it states that there is equal protection of the law.