Question

Beginning with the case of ________ in 1925, the Supreme Court began to rule that the Bill of Rights applied directly to the states, as well as to the national government.

Answer 1

Answer:

Gitlow v. New York

Explanation:

Originally, the First Amendment applied only to laws enacted by the Congress. However, starting with Gitlow v. New York (1925), the Supreme Court has applied the First Amendment to each state as well as the national government.The First Amendment (Amendment I) to the United States Constitution is part of the Bill of Rights and protects American civil liberties.