Vietnam Day 2

Poll

On a scale of 1-5 (! being the lowest amount and 5 being the highest amount) how much do you trust what the government says?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

• 5

Open Ended

Describe how the events of the Kent State Massacre serve as a prime example of the credibility gap between the U.S. government and citizens during the Vietnam War Era.

Poll

Do you believe you have protections to exercise your 1st amendment rights as a public school student on campus?

• Yes

• No

Tinker v. Des Moines

In the pivotal legal case known as Tinker v. Des Moines, students were suspended for wearing black armbands to school to protest the Vietnam War. However, the Supreme Court ruled that students maintain their constitutional rights, including freedom of speech, while at school. This decision affirmed that students can peacefully express their views on campus, as long as it doesn't significantly disrupt the educational environment. It marked a significant moment in recognizing the rights of students within the school system.

Open Ended

"Reflecting on the concept of the 'credibility gap' during the Vietnam War era, provide specific examples of events or circumstances that contributed to this divide between the government and the public. How did these instances shape public perception and tear apart trust in governmental institutions during that time?"