jan 1, 1917 - 1917: Espionage and Sedition Acts

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Espionage Act was enacted to prevent the covert operation of spies within the United States.

Sedition Act was enacted to suppress criticisms of government leaders and war policies, such as drafting, because evils may be created, such as panic and opposition of the war. Restricted freedom of speech and press. Increased persecution of immigrants and socialists (fear)

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