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Joseph McCarthy

Joseph McCarthy, born on November 14, 1908, and died on May 2, 1957, was a prominent American senator known for his anti-communist campaign. He initiated a widespread investigation into communist infiltration within the U.S. government in the early 1950s, known as the 'McCarthyism'. McCarthy's investigation and statements sparked widespread controversy, profoundly impacting American politics and society. more

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