Case: GIDEON v. WAINWRIGHT

Must answer questions a,b,d, and f

a. Describe United States society as it relates to the case (ex. economic, cultural norms, politics, or international issues) at the time of the ruling

b. Discuss the conflict which led to the case itself including describing individuals involved or the law that prompted the constitutional dispute.

d. Discuss the oral arguments of each side including the constitutional issues being debated before the court by both sides.

f. Conclude with what impact and long-term significance the court’s ruling had on American society at the time of the ruling, now, and in the future. Provide specific examples in the area of politics, law, cultural norms, etc.