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The Origin of the Lavender Scare
Joseph McCarthy, a tough and controversial politician known for his anti-communist views, created a list of alleged communists that included homosexuals whom he considered security risks. This list, presented in a speech that gained national attention, led to the revelation of the Lavender Scare, where homosexuals were targeted and removed from the State Department.