what is the constitutionality of flag buring, should it be constitutionally protected
Full Question:
what is the constitutionality of flag buring, should it be constitutionally protected
07/09/2010 |
Category: Misc |
State: Massachusetts |
#22637
Answer:
Flag burning is constitutional, as held by the Supreme Court in Texas v. Johnson.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Texas_v._Johnson
The Court held that burning the flag was a powerful form of expression of dissatisfaction with the government of the United States, and thus was political speech protected by the First Amendment.
Some do not like this decision, believing that the flag is a sacred symbol of the nation and especially those who fight to protect our freedoms, and should be protected. However, the point of view endorsed by the Supreme Court is that if you value the freedoms our nation stands for, especially the free speech protected by the First Amendment, you will agree with this decision.
