Who is Martin Dies?

Martin Dies Jr. was an American politician who served as a U.S. Representative from Texas from 1931 to 1945. He was a prominent figure in the early years of the House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC), which investigated alleged communist influences in the United States. Dies played a significant role in shaping the committee's activities during the late 1930s and early 1940s. His efforts contributed to the broader anti-communist sentiment in American politics during that era.