Description
- Support or criticize the statement that rude gestures (e.g., showing the middle finder to a police officer, etc.) would constitute fighting words or a threat towards a police officer. Justify your position.
- Compare and contrast the fundamental differences between libel and slander, and provide one (1) example of each term in question which demonstrates the key differences between them.

Explanation & Answer

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Running head: FREE SPEECH
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Free Speech
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FREE SPEECH
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Rude Gestures Would Constitute Fighting Words
Fighting words can be described as words that show the willingness of an individual to
fight or challenge someone, for instance in our situation, a police officer. Fighting words are
provocative and insulting, and they are considered unethical and unacceptable. In my opinion,
rude gestures do not constitute fighting words. They do not mean a threat towards a police
officer. I would criticize the statement rather than support it. The first amendment in the United
States does not give the people the freedom and right to ex...
