After looking at the case study presented in this learning module, think about whether or not you believe the Westboro Baptist Church should be allowed to continue these protests as part of their First Amendment rights.

After looking at the case study presented in this learning module, think about whether or not you believe the Westboro Baptist Church should be allowed to continue these protests as part of their First Amendment rights. Make a case for the position you support.
1) Should the Westboro Baptist Church be allowed to protest at the funerals? Why? Or Why not?
2) What types of restrictions do you think could be applied to these protests without running afoul of their 1st Amendment rights? Explain.
3) .Review the Supreme Court cases outlined on page 118 in the text. Which of these decisions (aside from Snyder v Phelps) are most applicable in this scenario? Explain.
.As you focus your attention on the constitutional questions, be mindful that this is not a case of how you “feel” about the topic. For this assessment you are looking at the issue in a broader context than your personal preferences.