In 1947, those who criticized President Truman's request for Congress to extend aid to the Greek government in its fight against leftists asserted that ___________________.

A) the Greek resistance movement was composed of noncommunists as well as communists.
B) the leaders of the resistance movement in Greece had purged the movement of all noncommunists.
C) the Greek government could not be saved, regardless of whether it received American aid.
D) the British were fully capable of defending the Greek government without American aid.

Greek Government

Refers to the government of Greece, which is organized according to a parliamentary representative democratic republic where the President is the head of state and the Prime Minister is the head of government.

Leftists

Individuals or groups who advocate for social equality, often supporting ideas and policies that promote social welfare, workers' rights, and the redistribution of wealth.

American Aid

Assistance provided by the United States to other countries, including financial support, material supplies, and humanitarian relief.