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The First Amendment Free Exercise of Religion The First Amendment Free Exercise of Religion A Case in Point A Case in Point 1 1

Let’s Argue!!! 2 2

Elements of Argument Main Argument - introduce at least three claim(s) or arguments and supply evidence and reasons in separate paragraphs for this argument. Use good sources (in this case, the law). Counter Claims - recognize the other point of view and give reasons against this opposing argument Conclusion - Summarize the main argument, and give it an extra “punch” that you haven’t already used! Transitions - Use linking words to give your reasons: for instance, in order to, in addition, specifically Main Argument - introduce at least three claim(s) or arguments and supply evidence and reasons in separate paragraphs for this argument. Use good sources (in this case, the law). Counter Claims - recognize the other point of view and give reasons against this opposing argument Conclusion - Summarize the main argument, and give it an extra “punch” that you haven’t already used! Transitions - Use linking words to give your reasons: for instance, in order to, in addition, specifically 3 3

Simulation of Case… An elementary school at recess time…boys are hustling out to get a basketball court for recess time… 4 4

Case Summary: Cheema v. Thompson Cheema’s: Three Sikh children who followed their faith by wearing the five symbols: kish, kangha, kachera, kara, and a kirpan. Livingston school district has a total ban of all weapons from school grounds and refused to allow the children to wear kirpans to school. Cheema’s: Three Sikh children who followed their faith by wearing the five symbols: kish, kangha, kachera, kara, and a kirpan. Livingston school district has a total ban of all weapons from school grounds and refused to allow the children to wear kirpans to school. 5 5

6 6 So where do we go from here?

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Federal court cases include: Cases about a federal law Cases about the U.S. Constitution Disagreements between citizens of different states State court cases include: Cases about a state law or rule Cases about the state constitution Disagreements between citizens of the state Cases about family issues 8 8

LegislativeExecutiveJudicial Makes Law Initiates and Administers Law Interprets and Applies Law 9 9

“Conflict and debate are inevitable in a democracy. If respect and First Amendment principles are to be maintained, then how we debate is as important as what we debate.” The Golden Rule of Civic Life: Respect 10

What do we mean by “Interpretation of the Law” ? What do we mean by “Interpretation of the Law” ? Hint: 11

Is it Constitutional? …. Which means…. Is there a law written in our Constitution that guides us when conflicts happen? “Constitutional” “Unconstitutional” 12

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What happens when religious liberty is at stake? What happens when religious liberty is at stake? Free Exercise Clause Make no law prohibiting free exercise of religion Free Exercise Clause Make no law prohibiting free exercise of religion 14

What happens when religious liberty is at stake? Establishment Clause absolute, no law not even laws respecting or about an establishment of religion Establishment Clause absolute, no law not even laws respecting or about an establishment of religion 15

Establishment and Free Exercise Clauses Provide the legal basis (laws) for religious freedom in the United States, Together, the two clauses are intended to ensure fairness and neutrality in the schools with respect to religion, Bottom Line: Schools cannot advance nor inhibit (prevent) religious faith. Provide the legal basis (laws) for religious freedom in the United States, Together, the two clauses are intended to ensure fairness and neutrality in the schools with respect to religion, Bottom Line: Schools cannot advance nor inhibit (prevent) religious faith. 16

First, let’s take a look at different religions, and some of their traditions and dress. 17

Sikhs: Five Articles of Faith Kesh: hair Kanga: comb Kara: bracelet Kirpan: sword Kachera: undershorts Kesh: hair Kanga: comb Kara: bracelet Kirpan: sword Kachera: undershorts 18

Which Court? Federal Court A case about the First Amendment of the Constitution 19

First Amendment Does this case deal with the “establishment” of a religion? Does this case relate to “free exercise”? Does this case deal with the “establishment” of a religion? Does this case relate to “free exercise”? 20

Free Exercise 21

Free Exercise Clause Three questions must be asked when a law is made regarding practicing freedom of religion: 1. Has the religious freedom been burdened or taken away by government action or law? If the answer is yes, ask: Three questions must be asked when a law is made regarding practicing freedom of religion: 1. Has the religious freedom been burdened or taken away by government action or law? If the answer is yes, ask: 22

Free Exercise Clause 2. Is there a “compelling state interest” that justifies the action (is there something so important to the state or the government (school district) that makes the action okay)? 23

Free Exercise Clause 3. Is there any way the government (school) can be satisfied about this important issue without restricting the religious liberty? If answer is “No”, then what the school did was constitutional. If the answer is “Yes”, there is a way the government (school) could be satisfied about it’s concerns and in a less restrictive way, (in another way other than taking away the kirpan), then the action would be considered unconstitutional. 3. Is there any way the government (school) can be satisfied about this important issue without restricting the religious liberty? If answer is “No”, then what the school did was constitutional. If the answer is “Yes”, there is a way the government (school) could be satisfied about it’s concerns and in a less restrictive way, (in another way other than taking away the kirpan), then the action would be considered unconstitutional. 24

What three questions must be asked when the free exercise of religion is challenged in court? 25

Attorneys at Work 26

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Goal To represent your clients successfully in the case, Cheema v. Thompson Role Attorneys representing the Cheema’s or Attorney representing Thompson (Livingston School District) Audience Justices of the United States Court of Appeal Situation This case has been taken to appeal after a decision favoring the school district. Performance You will submit a written brief to the court and present oral arguments for the case in the appellate court United States Court of Appeals. Standards for Success Your arguments will include claims, evidence, counter evidence and cite the law. 28

29 May it please the court…. Follow the introduction on your Oral Argument Handout “Mirror” the written brief you created: 1.“First, (your claim)…which introduces three arguments or points” 2.“To our first point…” 3.“Which leads us to our second point…” 4. “Which leads us to our third and most important point…” 5.“Your honors, we realize that the opposing counsel may claim ______.” 6.“For these reasons, they are wrong…” 7.“Thank you, Your Honors

What was the final decision of the U.S. Court of Appeal ? 30

Cheema v. Thompson Finding by the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals Cheema v. Thompson Finding by the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals Students allowed to wear the kirpans subject to strict limitations such as: No longer than 3.5 inches Dulled and sewn securely into a sheath and also a cloth pouch Limited inspection rights by District Students allowed to wear the kirpans subject to strict limitations such as: No longer than 3.5 inches Dulled and sewn securely into a sheath and also a cloth pouch Limited inspection rights by District Which question(s) made the Justices decide to say that it was unconstitutional to deny the Cheema’s their freedom of religion? 31

The Power of Argument Do you agree or disagree with the appellate court’s findings? Why? Does the first amendment give us responsibilities as well as rights? What challenges do juries, judges and attorneys have when conflicts come to court? Do you agree or disagree with the appellate court’s findings? Why? Does the first amendment give us responsibilities as well as rights? What challenges do juries, judges and attorneys have when conflicts come to court? 32

The First Amendment 33