The new exhibit 'Blacklisted: An American Story' at The New York Historical explores the Hollywood Red Scare from 1945 to 1960, highlighting the intimidation faced by artists. Lead counsel Paul V. McNutt's insights resonate today, emphasizing the chilling effect of coercion on free speech. The museum collaborated with the Jewish Museum Milwaukee to bring this exhibition to life, reflecting on its timely relevance to current discussions about First Amendment rights amid political and corporate interests. The exhibit runs through October 19, 2025, demonstrating the lasting impact of this historical period on American culture and civil liberties.
It does not require a law to cripple the right of free speech. Intimidation and coercion will do it.
'Blacklisted' can seem almost contemporary in its exploration of the intersection of politics, economics, art, and the social dynamics that impacted American First Amendment rights.
The exhibition digs into the Red Scare of 1945-1960, a time when political and corporate interests superseded the rights of speech and assembly.
The Communist Party was the only interracial political party and the only party to support racial equality.
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