Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. was a prominent Supreme Court justice known for his influential opinions emphasizing free speech rights under the First Amendment.
Related terms
First Amendment: Part of the U.S. Constitution that protects various freedoms including freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
Judicial activism: This term refers to when judges interpret laws broadly or creatively based on their personal beliefs or societal changes rather than strictly following original intent or precedent.
Precedent: A legal decision or ruling that serves as a guideline for future cases with similar circumstances.
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