This activity explores the Supreme Court case Debs v. United States (1919), which tested the limits of free speech during wartime. Students will learn how the Court upheld the conviction of Eugene V. Debs under the Espionage Act, showing how the justices believed the government could restrict speech that posed a “clear and present danger” to national security. The case highlights the ongoing debate over individual rights versus government power, especially during times of crisis like war.
Included in this resource:
Supreme Court Case Spotlight analysis with scaffolding questions
Answer key for teachers (suggested)
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