Political Speech Basics
True or False: Political speech is protected by the First Amendment.
True
What does “ethics” mean?
Doing what’s right or fair.
What year did Murthy v. Missouri happen?
2024
What kind of speech was being limited in this case?
political speech
What does political speech talk about?
Government, elections, or public policy.
What are examples of harm that political speech can cause?
Misinformation, manipulation, or exclusion.
What social issue was at the center of this case?
What reason did the city give for banning the CIO’s meetings?
To keep public order.
What kind of speech is the most protected under the First Amendment?
poltical speech
DEBATE: Should the government regulate misinformation? Why or why not?
discuss pros (safety) and cons (censorship)
Why did the plaintiffs say their rights were violated?
Because the government allegedly told social media to take down their posts
What did the CIO want to do in Jersey City?
CIO gathered in NJ for a recruitment drive and to hold public meetings to talk about workers’ rights
Debate: What is one danger of restricting political speech?
Citizens lose their voice in decision-making.
What does “government guidance vs. coercion” refer to?
The fine line between advising and pressuring platforms to censor content.
What was the final decision score?
6-3
What did the Supreme Court say about parks and streets?
They can be used for public speech and protests.