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Hollywood's Battle for Free Speech During the HUAC Era
This chapter explores the tumultuous political landscape of Hollywood during the HUAC investigations, focusing on the challenges faced by studio executives and artists amid accusations of communist ties. It highlights Jack Warner's contentious testimony and the emergence of the Committee for the First Amendment, which sought to defend artistic freedom in a climate of fear and suspicion.
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