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The Red Scare Returns? Lessons from McCarthyism in the Age of Trump 2.0

On with Kara Swisher

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The Evolution of Political Language: From Cold War to Contemporary Accusations

This chapter examines the historical roots and modern implications of the term 'commie' within political rhetoric, tracing its origins back to the Cold War. It also considers how the term has been weaponized to delegitimize various leftist ideologies and discusses the lasting impact of anti-communist legislation.

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