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Boy Scouts of America v. Dale (2000)

In this case which addressed freedom of speech and assembly, the Court ruled that the government could not force the Boy Scouts to admit a homosexual scout leader. To do so would violate the private organization’s rights to free association and expressive association.

The case touched on constitutional principles including liberty, and civic values including respect.

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