Question

The Cold War impacted every aspect of American life, Discuss the domestic implications of the Cold War, explain how the Cold War affected higher education, the economy, immigration policy, civil rights, and civil liberties.

Answer 1

• Cultural battles had major influence on the American population wherein Hollywood was encouraged to make anti communal movies.
• Political battles led to US adopting containment policy which prevented further expansion of Soviet power.
• Economically, Americans advocated free market capitalism whereas Soviets encouraged communism.
• In terms of education it created a tensed and strained classroom environment leading to transformation the educational system. It created negative psychological impacts on teachers and students.
• The war brought threats of communism to the classrooms, setting limitations regarding how and what would be taught by the teachers.