According to the Supreme Court, which of these most likely prompted the arrest of the protesters in Edwards v. South Carolina? A. The protestors supported an unpopular view.
B. The protesters assembled in front of the statehouse.
C. The protesters were a threat to public safety.
D. The protesters marched without a permit.
The correct answer is A. The protestors supported an unpopular view.
In Edwards v. South Carolina (1963), the Supreme Court ruled that the arrest of civil rights demonstrators was unconstitutional, highlighting that their unpopular views should not lead to suppression or arrest. The decision emphasized the First Amendment rights to free speech and assembly, indicating that the protesters were targeted largely due to their stance, not any unlawful action directly.