Historical Events tagged with "loyalty oath"
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SAG Implements Anti-Communist Loyalty Oath
The Screen Actors Guild introduced a loyalty oath requiring its members to declare their non-affiliation with the Communist Party. This decision stemmed from growing concerns about Communist influence in the film industry during the post-World War II era. As numerous organizations faced pressure to root out Communist sympathizers, the SAG's adoption of this oath marked a pivotal point in labor relations and political climate in Hollywood, bringing about both compliance and opposition from its members. The backdrop was a nationwide Red Scare that heightened sensitivity around anti-Communist sentiment.
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