Fear gripped America as the Cold War intensified. The House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) launched investigations to root out communism—but at what cost? In this deep dive, we explore the clash between national security and civil liberties, from Hollywood blacklists to political cartoons, and ask: how do we protect freedom without destroying it?

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