In 1-2 sentences, analyze two reasons that could be used by the Supreme Court to justify the protection of expression that is offensive to most Americans.

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One reason could be the upholding of the First Amendment's protection of freedom of speech, which includes the right to express offensive or controversial ideas. Another reason could be the recognition that allowing the restriction of offensive speech could lead to a slippery slope where even non-offensive expression could be suppressed.