Question

Cite evidence to show how Justice Brennan supports the idea that the flags deservedly cherished place in our community will be strengthened, not weakened by the ruling ?

Answer 1

To reaffirm the principles of freedom and inclusiveness that the flag best reflects, and that our tolerance is a sign and source of strength.

 

Answer 2

Answer:

To reaffirm the principles of freedom and inclusiveness that the flag best reflects, and that our tolerance is a sign and source of strength.

Explanation:

"The majority of the Court, according to Justice William Brennan, agreed with Johnson and held  that flag burning constitutes a form of "symbolic speech" that is protected by the First  Amendment. The majority noted that freedom of speech protects actions that society may find  very offensive, but society's outrage alone is not justification for suppressing free speech.

In particular, the majority noted that the Texas law discriminated upon viewpoint, i.e., although  the law punished actions, such as flag burning, that might arouse anger in others, it specifically  exempted from prosecution actions that were respectful of venerated objects, e.g., burning and  burying a worn-out flag. The majority said that the government could not discriminate in this manner based solely upon viewpoint. "

Reference: Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. “FIRST AMENDMENT: FREE SPEECH AND FLAG BURNING.” Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, 2019.