West Virginia State Board of Education v. Barnette (1943) upheld individual rights, especially freedom of expression, amidst compulsory patriotism. The case involved Jehovah's Witnesses refusing to salute the flag due to religious beliefs. The Supreme Court ruled in their favor, establishing the precedent that the state cannot compel patriotic expression, highlighting the importance of defending minority beliefs and promoting tolerance.
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The Hays Code / Hollywood and Jim Crow
The Motion Picture Production Code, or the Hays Code, governed US film content from 1934 to 1968, limiting topics and dictating traditional American values. It influenced American movies, stifled creativity, and perpetuated racist stereotypes, including censoring interracial relationships. Though strides have been made, Hollywood still confronts its racist legacy and lacks full representation.
Greg C. Miller, Author 