Examining Student Free Speech: Bethel School District v Fraser (1986)

The video explores the Supreme Court case Bethel School District v. Fraser, focusing on student Matthew Fraser's suspension for a speech deemed inappropriate by school officials. The case examines the balance between student free speech rights and school authority. Initially, Fraser won in lower courts, but the Supreme Court sided with the school, emphasizing the need for schools to maintain discipline and uphold educational values. The decision highlights the limitations of student speech rights in educational settings.

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