Back in the day, it wasn't a good career move for Hollywood types to hang out with Communists (actual or suspected). Funny lady Lucille Ball understood this all too well and made sure Washington's Commie hunters didn't mistake her for a fellow traveler. Here's an FBI memo summarizing Lucy's brush with the Red Menace. (1 page)

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