What was the most common reaction of americans to cold war uncertainties and fears of communism?

American reacted to Cold War uncertainties with anxiety. They were anxious and fearful of communism and resorted to conservatism. Those that were suspected of being linked to communism were denied their rights such as the right to freedom of expression. People were required to denounce communism

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explanation:

"despite progress in the war, lincoln and most political pundits were convinced that he would lose his bid for reelection in 1864. the country was war weary and the democratic party's nominee, george mcclellan, was likely to negotiate a peace treaty with the confederacy if elected." - loc.gov

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