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Explore a deep analysis of American political history with The Liberal Dilemma: The Pragmatic Tradition in the Age of McCarthyism. Part of the Routledge Advances in American History series, this volume examines how liberals responded to right-wing attacks during the Red Scare of the late 1940s and early 1950s. This book investigates the defensive strategies used to prevent the conflation of liberalism with communism. It provides a detailed look at how the commitment to pragmatism and political pluralism influenced the effectiveness of these responses. By studying the specific language used in debates between right-wing anticommunists and liberals, the author reveals the underlying tensions of the era. This work is an essential resource for students, historians, and anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the United States. It offers a clear perspective on the political struggles that shaped the mid-century American landscape.

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Examines liberal responses to right-wing attacks during the Red Scare era of the late 1940s and early 1950s.

Analyzes how the adherence to pragmatism and political pluralism shaped political responses.

Provides a detailed study of the language used in interchanges between liberals and anticommunists.

Part of the respected Routledge Advances in American History series for academic study.

Offers historical insight into efforts to separate liberalism from communism during a period of intense political pressure.

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Release Date
24 June 2019
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