The Blacklisting of a Great Artist: Paul Robeson’s Exile From Hollywood
During the Cold War era, certain harsh labels such as “Communist,” “fellow traveler,” “red,” “pinko,” and “useful idiot” were commonly used to denounce someone with left-leaning views. These terms had significant impact and could potentially halt, divert, or even destroy a person’s career based on their political stance. However, over time, these labels have lost much of their power and are less frequently used today.