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Larry Tye on parallels between Trump and Joseph McCarthy

Author Larry Tye on parallels between Trump and Joseph McCarthy

Aired 10/22/2020

PBS News Hour

Larry Tye on parallels between Trump and Joseph McCarthy

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Author Larry Tye on parallels between Trump and Joseph McCarthy

Former Senator Joseph McCarthy died more than 60 years ago, but a recently published book offers a new examination of the notorious Wisconsin crusader’s life and lasting political legacy. New York Times bestselling author Larry Tye joins Judy Woodruff to discuss why he chose to write about the controversial senator.

Aired 10/22/2020

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