The FBI, The Second Red Scare, and the Folk Singer Who Cooperated

The FBI, The Second Red Scare, and the Folk Singer Who Cooperated

When the FBI went after musicians with alleged ties to Communism, Burl Ives saved his career by testifying, but at great personal cost.

By Aaron J. Leonard | September 18, 2020

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