What impact did Joseph McCarthy have on American society? Group of answer choices He strengthened the United States Army. He encouraged a widespread fear of communism. He created opposition to United States involvement in Latin American affairs. He encouraged Americans to stand up for their civil rights.

He encouraged a widespread fear of Communism.

McCarthyism effectively pushed for an anti-communist rethoric that often accused people of being "soviet spies" without any proof. These people were subject to discrimination (in the form of being kicked out of your job because someone shouted "he's a commie!" in public) and unfair trials thanks to McCarthy himself and the Red Scare, which coincided with each other.

most people were factory or company owners.