If speech and action are mixed together,such as in the symbolic act of burning a flag,the speech deserves no greater protection from regulation than would a non-symbolic action,such as burning trash.

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The U.S. Supreme Court has held that symbolic speech, such as burning a flag, is protected under the First Amendment. This means it often receives greater protection from regulation than non-symbolic actions, like burning trash, because it is considered an expression of ideas.

If Speech and Action Are Mixed Together,such as in the Symbolic