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McCarthy claimed that there were known communists in the State Department. He held investigations and hearings and which ruined many careers. Presidents Truman and Eisenhower so feared his influence with the public that they did nothing to stop him. When McCarthy attacked the US Army as a hotbed of communist activity, the Senate finally censored him and he died a broken politician.
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What senator played on american's fears regarding communism?
Senator Joseph McCarthy
What were senator Joseph McCarthy's beliefs?
to destroy communism at all costs. #swag
Why was Joseph McCarthy able to have a anti-communist campaign?
McCarthy was able to capitalize on US fears about communism and claiming they were in the government.
When did Joseph McCarthy use TV to spead communism?
US Congressman Joseph McCarthy (who was anti-communist) tried to expose communists working in Hollywood and in Washington, DC.
How did Joseph McCarthy investigate communism?
He targeted and attacked various people. - nova net
