The Crucible

The Crucible vs. The Red Scare, a comparative look
It has been said that history has a tendency to repeat itself. Never has this case been more evident then with the historical instances of The Red Scare and the events depicted in The Crucible. Both deal with the effects of mass hysteria and the how the accusers are given power and are somewhat placed on a pedestal so that they may look down upon the rest of society and point their accusative finger. What we may take from both of these events however is that we should never condemn people of crimes with out due process and an opportunity to plea to an un biased ear.
In many aspects The Crucible and The Red Scare are quite similar. Take for example the accusers in both cases, Abigail Williams and Senator McCarthy. Their words were almost regarded as law and were never questioned. No one word dare oppose them for fear of being thought to be trying to break up the investi...