In Snyder v.Phelps (2011) ,the Supreme Court ruled that

A) religious organizations cannot lose their tax exempt status under federal law simply because they organized a protest event at the funeral service of a soldier.
B) religious organizations must lose their tax exempt status under federal law if they organize protest events at funeral services.
C) protests during funeral services for military personnel can be prohibited by state governments even if held in a public place.
D) the First Amendment protects free speech in a public place against emotional distress lawsuits.

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Ayodeji Olaniyi · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  In Snyder v. Phelps, the Supreme Court ruled that the First Amendment protects free speech, even if that speech is offensive or causes emotional distress to others. The case specifically dealt with the Westboro Baptist Church's protests at a soldier's funeral, and the Court held that the church's speech was protected by the First Amendment. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

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