Which Warren Court decision ended the practice of using state-mandated loyalty oaths for public employees?
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Correct answer: Both A and B are correct
Cases like Keyishian and Elfbrandt struck down loyalty oaths as being unconstitutionally vague and violating the freedom of association. They protected public employees from being fired for their political affiliations.
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