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Which part of the US Constitution did Charles Schenck use in appealing his case to

the SCOTUS? Why do you think he chose to use this part of the Constitution?

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Step-by-step explanation:

Schenck and Baer were convicted under the Espionage Act for interfering with military recruitment. They appealed to the Supreme Court on the grounds that the Espionage Act violated their First Amendment right to freedom of speech.

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