What was the Red Scare?

In this episode of "The Leftish Agenda," Eddie explores the factors and impacts of the first and second Red Scares in America. The First Red Scare, fueled by the Bolshevik Revolution and the aftermath of World War I, led to widespread fear of communism and radical left ideologies and resulted in a significant crackdown on civil liberties. The Second Red Scare, amidst the backdrop of the Cold War, was marked by paranoia further stoked by Senator Joseph McCarthy's investigations into alleged communists within the U.S. government. This era led to a culture of conformity and suspicion, affecting the United States' foreign policies. Eddie emphasizes how the Red Scares' legacy still impacts American society and politics, particularly in political extremism and surveillance discussions.