In a new book about U.S. Sen. Joe McCarthy, author Larry Tye describes “America’s love affair with bullies” and how the senator’s divisive rhetoric echoes throughout today’s politics. We talk to Tye about the never-before-seen documents he obtained to write the book.
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Steven Potter Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Larry Tye Guest
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