In the Code Conflict Orange by Caroline B. Cooney, a high school senior named Jason gets involved in a situation where his moral values clash with those of his peers and teachers over a student-run radio station controversy. The conflict intensifies as Jason, despite his position as Assistant Program Director, finds himself opposing the station's popular format change, which involves increasing the number of pop songs and minimizing alternative music.
Throughout the story, Jason faces intense pressure from his classmates and the school administration to conform and fall in line with the majority's opinions. However, he chooses to stand firmly by his musical principles and the importance of diversity in music. Cooney explores themes of peer pressure, moral dilemmas, and the struggle to maintain personal values in the face of overwhelming external forces.