INSTUCTIONS

An example of a debate on the limits of free speech occurred around the issue of the Stolen Valor Act. You can find more information regarding this case at the link below:

Stolen Valor Act case (Links to an external site.)

(note: you may listen to the oral arguments before the Supreme Court as well as read the full opinion announcement on this site)

Read the Stolen Valor Act decision (United States v. Alvarez) and discuss whether this was decided correctly with your classmates. The full decision, written by Justice Kennedy, is available at the above link (search for it on page).

One post is DUE by THURSDAY NIGHT at 11:59 pm (can be initial or reply to classmates). At least two additional post(s) that include interactions with at least two other students are due by SUNDAY NIGHT at 11:55pm. Minimum of 3 substantive posts for the week and please check and reply to classmates throughout the week.

You must use classmates first names in all replies when you address them at the beginning of your reply.

NOTE: We will need to have an interactive discussion, so please continue to check this discussion throughout the week. Discussions are best when you plan your responses and interact with classmates. I will need to withdraw students who do not participate.