 Blacklisting (Soviet policy)

Blacklisting in the context of Soviet policy refers to the practice of identifying and targeting individuals or groups deemed undesirable or dangerous to the state, often by denying them employment, social services, or other forms of participation in society. This could include dissidents, political opponents, intellectuals, or others who were perceived as threats to the Communist regime. The Soviet government used blacklisting as a means to suppress dissent and maintain control over the population.