The Cold War perpetuated fear and oppression from "summary" of A People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn
The Cold War, a period of intense rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union, had profound effects on the American people. Fear of the spread of communism led to a stifling atmosphere of suspicion and paranoia. The government, with the support of many Americans, actively worked to suppress dissent and quash any hint of dissent. Political activists, labor organizers, and ordinary citizens who questioned the status quo were targeted as potential threats to national security. The fear of communism was used as a justification for the erosion of civil liberties and the expansion of government surveillance. The House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC) conducted aggressive investigations into alleged communist activities, ruining the lives of many innocent people in the process. Loyalty oaths were requir...
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