RANKIN et al. v. MCPHERSON
Supreme Court Cases
483 U.S. 378 (1987)
Case Overview
Legal Principle at Issue
Whether a clerical employee in a county Constable's office was properly discharged for remarking, after hearing of an attempt on the life of the President: "If they go for him again, I hope they get him."
Action
Affirmed (includes modified). Petitioning party did not receive a favorable disposition.
Advocated for Respondent
- Lloyd N. Cutler View all cases
Advocated for Petitioner
- Billy E. Lee View all cases
- Glen D. Nager View all cases