Wally George: The Face of Controversy

This chapter examines the polarizing figure of Wally George and the toxic atmosphere he created on his show, Hot Seat, during the Reagan era. It critically discusses his inflammatory rhetoric concerning AIDS and marginalized communities, while connecting his legacy to the rise of divisive media personalities. The conversation further reflects on the moral distinctions of past and present political landscapes, questioning how figures like George would navigate today's issues of racism and nationalism.