Edwards v. south carolina is significant because it limited states' ability to protect protestors. restrict the freedom of speech. convict criminals. restrict the freedom of the press.

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Camille Vance

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2 April, 08:00

Edwards v. south carolina is significant because it limited states' ability to protect protestors. restrict the freedom of speech. convict criminals. restrict the freedom of the press.

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Marlie Wilcox · Answer 1

I believe the answer is: Restrict the freedom of speech

In Edwards V. South CArolina, the supreme court forbade state government officials to force a crowd to disperse when they are marching under legal circumstances. This allow the people to exercise their freedom of speech in case they want to conduct a huge protest to the government or other establishment.

Shiloh Escobar · Answer 2

Edwards v. South Carolina is significant in terms of selective incorporation because it limits the states' ability to restrict the right to petition the government for redress. It also protects the people's right to assemble and express unpopular views in a peaceful way and not be a threat to pulic safety ...