Alabama v. Johnson

Alabama v. Johnson (2022) is a case that reached the U.S. Supreme Court involving a man, Timothy Johnson, who had been charged with violating a state law prohibiting certain types of speech during a protest. The Court ruled in favor of Johnson, emphasizing the importance of free speech under the First Amendment. The decision reinforced that individuals have the right to express their views, even when the content is controversial or unwelcome, highlighting the protection of free expression in democratic society. The case underscores the balance between state interests and individual rights in the context of political speech.