Free Speech and the Suppression of Dissent During World War I - by Eric Thomas Chester (Paperback)

The book "Free Speech and the Suppression of Dissent During World War I" by Eric Chester is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of civil liberties and the importance of dissent in a democratic society.

The author provides a comprehensive and engaging account of how the National Civil Liberties Bureau played a crucial role in the anti-war movement during World War I, despite the efforts of Woodrow Wilson's administration to stifle dissent.

Chester examines the theory of civil liberties and the debate about the right to dissent, providing a fascinating insight into why this topic remains relevant today, particularly in the era of Trump.

With its absorbing narrative and well-researched arguments, this book is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the complex relationship between free speech and the suppression of dissent in times of war and political turmoil.