AP U.S. Gov: Schenck v. United States [Required Case] -- EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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🏛️ Schenck v. United States | AP Gov Required Supreme Court Cases Series
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Hey Everyone! I'm Mr. Willis, and You Will Love AP Gov! Welcome back to my Supreme Court Cases series for AP U.S. Government and Politics!

In this episode, Mr. Willis unpacks Schenck v. United States (1919)—a landmark case that defined the limits of free speech under the First Amendment. This case set the precedent with the “clear and present danger” test and reshaped how we think about civil liberties.

📚 If you’re studying for the AP Gov exam or just curious about how free speech works in real-life legal situations, this video covers the key facts, constitutional questions, and long-term legacy of the case.

👀 Topics Covered:

Background on the Espionage Act and Schenck’s arrest

The First Amendment and wartime speech limits

Justice Holmes’ “clear and present danger” test

The evolution of speech protections from Schenck to Brandenburg

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