Students decide four free-speech cases decided by the Supreme Court following World War I.

Students look at several hate crime examples and discuss whether hate should be outlawed.

Students investigate the history of The Alien and Sedition Acts, and how these acts threatened the Bill of Rights.

Students explore the origins of the Free Speech Movement

Students examine our national security and civil liberties in regards to the Patriot Act.

Students discuss the wording of the pledge during times of national crisis and strife.

Students debate restricting online access by filtering the Internet.

Students look at case studies to justify circumstances when speech may be limited.

Students explore the nature and purpose of dissent within the context of Supreme Court rulings.

Students discover the difference between "freedom from" and "freedom to."