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Part 1: The Birth of McCarthyism

American Experience Presents

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The Allure of Communism During the Great Depression

This chapter explores the rise of communism in America during the 1930s and 1940s as a response to the economic crises of the Great Depression. It examines the appeal of communism for many Americans, while also addressing the complex loyalty issues linked to the Communist Party's ties with the Soviet Union.

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