In 1960, a young Robert Zimmerman — who had begun to call himself “Bob Dylan” — journeyed from the icy flatlands of Minnesota ...

In 1949, New York State passed the so-called Feinberg Law, which made membership in any group labeled subversive by the U.S.

In 'Red Scare,' Risen analyzes the rise and fall of McCarthyism a plague that our country has never fully conquered.

Founded to provide educational opportunities to formerly enslaved persons, HBCUs continue to empower Black Americans in ...

In whisper campaigns and puzzling career reversals, pro-Palestinian actors say that they're being punished for speaking out.

Karen Chilton, author of "Hazel Scott: The Pioneering Journey of a Jazz Pianist, from Café Society to Hollywood to HUAC" discusses the career and legacy of the groundbreaking musician and activist.

My mother enjoyed reminiscing in her 80s about her young adult years before she married. Both she and our father were children of the Depression and were swept up into the events of the Second World ...

Judge] Have you ever been a member of the Communist Party ... that Hazel Scott made was volunteering to appear before HUAC. She wanted to clear her name, but they had already made up their ...

In 1952, he was accused of being a member of the Communist Party in testimony before the House Committee on Un-American Activities (HUAC). The Weavers were yanked off a scheduled appearance on NBC ...

Thirty years in the making, Runner’s World Club is our brand-new membership combining an exciting package of member-only content, rewards and events. Think: a new library of tailored training ...