ADMJ 101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 26: Palmer Raids, International Emergency Economic Powers Act
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Any disloyal, profane, scurrilous, or abusive language as regards the form of government of the government of the united states, or the constitution, or the flag considered a crime during wwi. Atypical example of professor sami al-arian after 9/11. In cold war, most radicals punished for membership, affiliation, or sympathetic association with the communist party. Both make members of public leery of engaging in any political activity that might be potentially condemned. Federal law prevents providing material support to terrorist organizations. Like speech and membership provisions, no proof that individual intended to further any terrorist activity needed. Requires no finding of culpability, dangerousness, or even suspicion. Invoked during war of 1812, wwi, and wwii. Immigration processes - the palmer raids (1919-1920) Arrested 4,000-10,000 individuals (many without a warrant), conducted illegal searches and seizures, detained many in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions, and interrogated them without counsel. 500+ deported for political associations; no one charged with bombings.
