The answer is McCarthyism.
During this period, the U.S. was determine to prevent the spread of
communism in its territories.
Surveillance and warrantless arrest of suspects were rampant. Many lost their careers after being branded a
communist while others were put in jail.
Many criticized this actions as unconstitutional.
Because the first constitution did NOT create a strong central government.
19th-century imperialism was more focused on controlling a territory's economy than colonizing it. (APEX)
