Communism has always been something that democratic countries such as the U.S. have been against. Their philosophies are directly in disagreement with what America believes in. It denounces things such as free trade, human rights, the popular vote, and economics. The American public, for the most part, agreed with democratic ideals, therefore were against anything communistic. That is why, when possible signs and events that pointed to communism occurred, the American people were intent on doing something to stop the possible spreading of communism. There are a few substantial reasons for fear in communism. Joseph Stalin and the Soviet Union were powerful communists, and were our challengers. The stalemate in Korea, and the "loss" of china, and the Soviet developing the atomic bomb were all things to worry the U.S. There were many incidents that led to the conspiracy mentality by Americans.

Americans throughout history have...