1. Richard Delgado and David Yun argue that hate speech condemns the persecuted to second-class status. How does the American Civil Liberties Union respond to this concern? Whose argument is strongest? Give examples from the viewpoints to support your answer.
2. Richard Parker contends that burning the American flag as a form of protest shows extreme disrespect for the United States and must be outlawed. Roger Pilon and Carole Shields agree that flag burning is offensive, but they argue that it must be protected because it is a form of political speech. Based on the authors’ arguments, do you believe flag burning is a form of political speech that should be protected? Why or why not? Explain your answer.