The Factors that Led to the Development of McCarthyism

1. How do you account for the appeal of McCarthyism in the United States in the era following the Second World War?
Following the Second World War was an era of McCarthyism in the United States. There are many things that can account for the appeal of McCarthyism to the people at this time. For example, communism and the actions of the government enhanced the attraction of McCarthyism. For these reasons, McCarthyism was able to gain nationwide support.
Joseph McCarthy used many means to convey his extreme dislike and accusations of communism. His most effective weapon was the “big lie”. The degree of his accusations and the high status of his targets convinced thousands of some truth to t...