Question

Which of the following is the best evidence that Cold War fears affected American civil liberties during the 1950s?

Answer 1

The McCarthy Senate hearings is the best evidence that Cold War fears affected American civil liberties during the 1950's.

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

The McCarthy senate hearing was about the discussion of the individuals in regard to their connection with the Soviet Union or the communist party. The cold war fear was evident through the fear of communism being infiltrated into the Americans soil.

This was checked with questioning and be put on trial without proper channel taking away the rights by the federal government. The best evidence as chosen from the given option for the evident fact about Cold War fear which could have affected the civil liberties of Americans during the decade of 1950's was the McCarthy senate hearing.