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Were other citizens targeted by certain laws during World War 1 if so who?

During World War 1, the Espionage Act and Sedition Act were passed in the United States, which targeted individuals who spoke out against the war effort or government policies. German Americans also faced discrimination and suspicion due to anti-German sentiment during the war.


What was the purpose of the 1940 smith act?

to make it unlawful to teach or advocate the violent overthrow of the U.S. government (0_o)


What test did the smith act have to meet in order to be declared constitutional?

The Smith Act had to meet the test of constitutionality by not infringing upon free speech and assembly rights guaranteed by the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The Act's provisions prohibiting advocating violent overthrow of the government were upheld by the Supreme Court under the "clear and present danger" test.


What was the smith act of 1940?

The Smith Act (1940) declared that it was criminal to advocate the overthrow of the government by force or violence. This Act was used to prosecute socialists in 1941, and later communist party members in the 1950s. This law is still on the books, although many of the convictions under it were overturned. A key concern is its potential for inappropriate and unconstitutional application for political purposes. (see related link)


Why was the Smith Act of 1940 passed?

The Smith Act was passed in 1940 to criminalize advocating the overthrow of the U.S. government by force or violence. It was seen as a response to concerns about Communist influence and activities in the United States during the early Cold War period.