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Reds: The Tragedy of American Communism

Maurice Isserman

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H.A. Smith is sworn in as a first witness at a HUAC hearing.

American Hysteria

Red Scare can be read as solid history of the years it depicts—and chilling prophecy of the years to come.

by Maurice Isserman via Democracy Journal on June 18, 2025

Broken hammer and sickle illustration.

The Cause That Turned Idealists Into Authoritarian Zealots

The history of American Communism shows that dogma and fervor are no substitute for popular support.

by Maurice Isserman via The Atlantic on June 17, 2024

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