Westboro Baptist Church and Freedom of Speech

Read this Washington Post article and watch the video and answer the following questions in two to three paragraphs.
Westboro Baptist Church and Freedom of Speech

1) Why was this case originally brought before the Supreme Court? What was the major issue?
2) Do you think that the Westboro Baptist church’s protests should be covered speech under the First Amendment?
3) Since the Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Westboro Baptist church’s right to protest, how would you peacefully counteract their actions?



Due Friday Morning 3/10

Bill O'Reilly Interview w/ Pres. Obama

1) Identify the issues addressed by President Obama. What do you know about them?
2) Who is the Muslim Brotherhood? Why is Bill O'Reilly worried?
3) What do you think would be the most difficult aspect of being President?

Test Response

Due Monday.

Submit a test response below. If you have any problems, please see me.

Test Response

Due Monday.

Submit a test response below. If you have any problems, please see me.

State of the Union

Full Speech @ the Washington Post


The Republican Response


Tea Party Response

Legislative Branch Video

Federal Government - The Legislative Branch

CNN's Taliban

CNN aired an interestng inside look at the Taliban this past weekend. Watch a segment below.



Afghanistan Crossroads