Question

The Supreme Court's decision in Plessy v. Ferguson is an example of judicial restraint. On the other hand, the decision in Brown v. Board of Education is an example of judicial activism. Write a sentence for each, supporting the concept shown by the decisions. (2 sentences).(2 points) (answer in simple words)

Answer 1

In Plessy v. Ferguson, the Supreme Court chose not to challenge segregation laws, showing judicial restraint by allowing states to make their own rules about race. In Brown v. Board of Education, the Court took an activist approach by overturning segregation in schools, recognizing that separate facilities are inherently unfair and should be changed.