In Tinker v. Des Moines, why did the Supreme Court rule in favor of the students who wore armbands?
A. Their action did not negatively influence other students.
B. Their action was not disruptive.
C. Their action occurred off school grounds.
D. Their action was political speech.
Answer (1)
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of the students in Tinker v. Des Moines because their actions were considered political speech protected under the First Amendment. The Court found no evidence that wearing armbands caused disruption in the school environment. This ruling underscores the protection of student expression in political contexts. ;
