How can others' rights be obstructed?

There are ways the rights of people can be obstructed. One way is during a war. During World War I, the government passed laws that limited the rights of the people. The Sedition Act made it illegal to criticize the government or war effort. This restricted our right to freedom of speech. The Espionage Act made it possible for the government to punish antiwar activities. This also restricted our right to freedom of expression.

Another way the rights of people can be obstructed is by actions of the courts. In the case of Engel V Vitale, the Supreme Court ruled that prayer can’t be required in public schools. In Abington School District V Schempp, the Supreme Court ruled that daily bible readings in public schools were illegal. These rulings limit freedom of religious practice.

Finally, the actions of people can interfere with the rights of people. A person who is smoking is violating a person’s right to breathe clean air. A ban on smoking violates a person’s right to smoke. There are many ways the rights of people can be obstructed.