Analyze the cartoon below in terms of its meaning related to the Texas v. Johnson case. Answering the following questions will help you correctly interpret the cartoon's meaning.

1. What do you see in the cartoon? Make a list. Include objects, people, and any characteristics that seem to be exaggerated.
   
   
2. Which of the items on the list from Question 1 are symbols? What does each stand for?
   
   
3. Who do you think J.D. Hayworth is? What are his views on the anti-flag burning amendment? If you're not sure, visit Wikipedia or his website to learn more about him.
   
   
4. What is happening in the cartoon?
   
   
5. What is the cartoonist's message? Does he agree or disagree with JD Hayworth? In your opinion, how does he feel about the ruling in Texas v. Johnson?
   
   
6. Do you agree or disagree with the cartoonist's message? Explain your answer.
   

Source: Benson(c) 6-95 Arizona Republic
Source: Benson. "J.D Hayworth (as Smokey the Bear). Only you can prevent free speech." [Online cartoon] 12 May 2002.

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Activities
    The Case

•	What Is Symbolic Speech? When Is It Protected?
•	The Amendment Process
•	Forms of Political Protest
•	Political Cartoon Analysis: Hayworth the Bear
•	Data Analysis: How Do Americans Feel about a Constitutional Amendment to Protect the Flag?

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    After the Case

•	WebQuest: Should the United States Enact a Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Flag Burning?

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