During the Cold War, war damage and poverty in Europe invited Communists influence. However, in 1947, the the U.S. created the Policy of Containment that was a way to stop Soviet expansion without having to go to war. The U.S. had began to strengthen America's ability to the communist threat. Although there were numerous causes of the Second Red Scare following World War II, including fear and the spread of communism, Joseph McCarthy used fear and accusations in order to make himself stronger.
Americans at home were being influenced by the Cold War. For example, because there was a spread of communists in Europe, Americans began to fear the influence of Communism. They were told to keep an eye on neighbors to make sure they were good Americans.
Americans at home were being influenced by the Cold War. For example, because there was a spread of communists in Europe, Americans began to fear the influence of Communism. They were told to keep an eye on neighbors to make sure they were good Americans.