Second red scare First the title is pejorative Since the US survived and the USSR didnt the implication is that there was nothing to be afraid of  The second is the line  The fear was provoked with redbaiting and blacklisting I think the word provoked is a bit pov More like these political activities were the result reaction to the scare Yes some people used them to their advantage but that is the way of politics in any event good or evil There is always someone out front ready to lead a charge and gain political leverage whatever the cause Is your worthy cause any different Come on