Summarize and discuss the People v. Upshaw case. What was the main issue being discussed? What were the findings in the case? Do you agree or disagree?

What will be an ideal response?


Students must sufficiently summarize and discuss the case by providing facts such as what the defendant screamed to the crowd and why this might potentially cause a riot. The main issue being discussed is whether the defendant was inciting a riot or merely expressing his freedom of speech. The defendant was found liable.

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