In what ways did Joseph McCarthyhelp transform fears about the possible existence of communist threats on home soil into a full blown hysteria that culminated in the targeting of thousands of...

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1.0 In what ways did Joseph McCarthy help transform fears about the possible existence of communist threats on home soil into a full blown hysteria that culminated in the targeting of thousands of Americans as possible subversives?
Joseph McCarthy used his personal and professional power to create threat among the American people. In the year 1950, Julius and Ethel Rosenberg were arrested because they acted as Soviet Union spies. This action taken by the government provides an opportunity for Joseph McCarthy to target many decent, progressive Americans. When the Republicans gained control of sensate, he became more powerful and he...