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"Studies conducted between the 1950s and 1970s found the principles embodied in the First Amendment constituted a 'clear norm' endorsed by large majorities of c
by WalterGR 5y ago
"Studies conducted between the 1950s and 1970s found the principles embodied in the First Amendment constituted a 'clear norm' endorsed by large majorities of community leaders..."
I don't know how the paper defines "community leaders", but the larger point is demonstrably false. Off the top of my head, the free-speech movement and flag burning come to mind.
Saying that "community leaders" endorsed "the principles embodied in the First Amendment" and then contrasting that with the general populace is also highly questionable.
- WalterGR 5y agoSaying that "community leaders" endorsed "the principles embodied in the First Amendment"... Further, what did "community" and especially religious leaders at the time think about combining religion and the federal government (public schools, court-houses, etc.)? I know the article is about the free speech part of the amendment, but "[endorsing] the principles embodied in the First Amendment" is simply too broad.