The Espionage and Seditiona Acts targeted socialists and labor leaders.
they felt like it
What was the impact of the Espionage and Sedition Acts?
labor leaders were targeted because they would urge their workers to strike during the war effort for better working conditions and higher pay. Which was illegal under these acts.
espoinge and sedition acts
It made it dangerous to oppose the draft
National security during wartime.
The Sedition Act of 1918, which was repealed in 1920, after the war ended.
(d) were responsible for the arrest of 1500 Americans. The correct answer is supported in the text on page 678.
The Sedition Act was a part of the Espionage Act. The Sedition Act was repealed in 1921, however the Espionage Act remains intact today, albeit a more limited form.
Sedition and espionage actAdded: It was passed in 1917 and repealed in 1921
The justification of the Espionage and Sedition Acts during times of war is a subject of debate. Supporters argue that national security was a priority and these acts were necessary to protect it. Critics argue that these acts violated civil liberties, particularly freedom of speech, and were used to suppress dissent and stifle political opposition. Ultimately, whether these acts were justifiable depends on one's perspective and interpretation of the balance between national security and individual rights.
The Espionage and Sedition Acts (1917-1918) *Wartime Only*