Question

which of the following correctly analyzes the effect the supreme courts use of selective incorporation has had on the freedom of expression? (1 point) selective incorporation had no effect on the freedom of expression as states have always had to protect the freedom of speech selective incorporation has expanded the freedom of expression by forcing states to protect the freedom of speech. selective incorporation has gradually reduced freedom of expression by allowing states to ignore certain freedoms found in the bill of rights selective incorporation has limited the freedom of expression by only requiring the national government to abide by the freedom of speech.

Explanation:

Selective incorporation is the process by which the Supreme Court has applied certain Bill - of - Rights protections to the states through the Fourteenth Amendment's Due Process Clause. Before selective incorporation, states were not always bound to protect freedoms like freedom of speech. By forcing states to protect freedom of speech, it has expanded the scope of this freedom.

Answer:

Selective incorporation has expanded the freedom of expression by forcing states to protect the freedom of speech.