Lemon vs. Kurtzman (1971)
Facts of the Case
This case was heard at the same time as Earley v. DiCenso (1971) and Robinson v. DiCenso (1971).Includes controversies over many Pennsylvania laws.
Costitutional Question
Did the statutes violate the 1st amendments Establish Clause?
Decision
8 votes for Lemon
1 vote against
1 vote against
Lasting Effect
the court noted that the presence of an unhealthy "divisive political potential" supports religous schools.