What is another word for red scare?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈɛd skˈe͡ə] (IPA) 
The term "Red Scare" was coined in the early 20th century to describe the fear of communism that swept across the United States. The Red Scare led to a crackdown on leftist organizations, socialists and anarchists, and resulted in the persecution and censorship of many Americans. Over the years, the term has been used interchangeably with several synonyms, including "Communist scare," "Red menace," and "Red hysteria." Other idiomatic expressions that have been used to describe similar movements include "witch hunt," "McCarthyism," and "anti-communism frenzy." Regardless of the terminology, the Red Scare remains a cautionary tale about the dangers of fear and propaganda.
