McCarthyism in America

On the anniversary of Wisconsin Senator Joseph McCarthy’s “Wheeling speech,” in which he accused Truman administration officials of being i… read more

On the anniversary of Wisconsin Senator Joseph McCarthy’s “Wheeling speech,” in which he accused Truman administration officials of being influenced by communists, participants spoke about McCarthy’s legacy, how historians have interpreted his career, and the impact of his campaign on American culture. close

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McCarthyism in America

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Program ID:
155303-1
Category:
Public Affairs Event
Format:
Forum
Location:
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
First Aired:
Mar 25, 2000 | 10:23pm EST | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Mar 26, 2000 | 1:24am EST | C-SPAN 1

Airing Details

  • Mar 25, 2000 | 10:23pm EST | C-SPAN 1
  • Mar 26, 2000 | 1:24am EST | C-SPAN 1
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