Social Developments: Espionage and Sedition Acts Flashcards
When was the Espionage Act passed?
1917
When was the Sedition Act passed?
1918
What was the purpose of the Espionage Act of 1917?
To keep the USA safe from spies
What was the purpose of the Sedition Act of 1918?
To prosecute people working against the USA
How effective was the 1918 Sedition Act?
2/3 of prosecutions resulted in convictions
Who was a notable figure arrested due to the 1918 Sedition Act?
Eugene Debs
Who was Eugene Debs?
The Socialist Party Leader
What was significant about what Eugene Debs did while he was in prison?
He ran for the 1920 election
How many votes did Eugene Debs gain in the 1920 election?
900,000
Who was a woman that was convicted under the 1918 Espionage Act?
Emma Goldman
What happened to Emma Goldman after being convicted?
She was deported
What event was Emma Goldman convicted in?
The 1919 Palmer Raids
