Hate Speech, Flag Burning, & The First Amendment

Abstract: A 6 page essay looking at issues presented by two authors, Thomas Emerson and Kent Greenawalt, in their books A System of Freedom of Expression and Fighting Words, respectively. The essay shows how much of the confusion over freedom of expression today reflects the confusion of the Supreme Court in its rulings on these issues, and looks into some of the critical problems faced when discussing this volatile topic. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

Filename: Emergren.wps

Pages: 6

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Subcatagory: Argumentative / Pro-Con Essays

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