Those who believe that the United States was primarily responsible for starting the Cold War argue that

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Those who believe that the United States was primarily responsible for starting the Cold War argue that the United States increased tensions by trying to expand its overseas export markets in eastern Europe after World War II, the Soviet Union was forced to react to American misperceptions of an aggressive Soviet foreign policy, and the American use of an atomic bomb at the end of World War II made the Soviets more aware of their own security. Therefore, all the options mentioned in the question are valid arguments for this perspective.

Those Who Believe That the United States Was Primarily Responsible