The McCarthy era refers to the period in US history during the 1950s when Senator Joseph McCarthy led a campaign to identify and eliminate suspected communists from various sectors of society.
Related terms
Red Scare: The Red Scare refers to the widespread fear of communism in the United States during the early Cold War period.
House Un-American Activities Committee (HUAC): HUAC was a congressional committee that investigated alleged communist activities in different industries, including Hollywood.
Blacklist: A blacklist is a list of people or organizations who are seen as suspicious or undesirable and are thus denied opportunities or employment.