Joseph R. McCarthy, possibly the greatest demagogue in the history of America, was also the strongest anti-Communist. In the minds of his friends and foes alike, he was an incredible person whose mere presence could be overpowering. He was a master at playing the press; his name was in the headlines frequently. He also perfected the art of playing on people's fears. His portrayal of Communism as the supreme evil allowed his accusations of "disloyalty" …
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…other two papers: Textbook Turmoil: Tiananmen Square discusses the actions of the students and the government in Beijing, June 1989. It's harshly critical of the government, as well it should be. The Strangest Betrayal, my most recent work (June '99), is about the student revolt in France 1968 and how the French Communist Party intentionally stifled it. I found the whole deal extremely fascinating. Maybe you will too, and learn a bit in the process. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**