Texas+v+Johnson

The republican Convention was held in Dallas Texas, in the year 1984. When Johnson reached Dallas city hall, he set the American fag on fire. Some people shouted immoral words, but others where very upset, do to what was said. Johnson was charged with violating Texas law that said "people couldn't vandalize a respected object. One year in prison and 2,000 fine is what Johnson received. When Johnson appealed his case, the court said that the first amendment protection of free speech included symbolic speech. Which is an action that express an ideal. Courts agree and said that it was symbolic expression and Johnson could not be punished. This case is Impacts today because, Johnson getting away with settling a American flag on fire, so what will a person do next? "shouting its the first amendment" and getting away with it. Theses are the reason why this is effective. by jinni neighbors.maddie smith, marshal griffen

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