
Jul 21, 2022 • 38M
Bodily Harm is Coming
Is burning a cross so intimidating as to not deserve First Amendment protection?
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To a Klu Klux Klan member, a flaming cross is a “beautiful” symbol of “racial purity.” To many Americans, it’s the image of racist intimidation. But what is it to the Supreme Court, and is it protected by the Constitution? In the emotionally-charged case, Virginia v. Black, the KKK learns the difference between intent and historical perception — with unexpected assistance from an African American ACLU lawyer. Plus: A Supreme Court Justice breaks his years-long silence.
Bodily Harm is Coming
Very interesting look at what's happened on the issue of the first amendment.