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McCarthy v. Oregon

McCarthy v. Oregon is a legal case that focused on the rights of individuals under the First Amendment concerning free speech and the ability to challenge laws. The case involved a person contesting Oregon’s law that limited certain speech. The Supreme Court ultimately ruled in favor of the state's law, emphasizing the importance of maintaining public order and the ability of government to regulate certain types of speech, especially if they can lead to harm. This case highlighted the balance between individual rights and community safety in the interpretation of free speech laws.