The Life & Crimes of Roy Cohn (w/ In Bed with the Right)
Know Your Enemy
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The Ironies of McCarthyism
This chapter examines the early days of McCarthyism, spotlighting Senator McCarthy's accusations against communists and homosexuals in the U.S. government, with a particular focus on Roy Cohn's influential role. It highlights the contradictions of Cohn's life as a gay man leading anti-gay efforts and the entanglement of media and politics during this tumultuous era. The chapter also explores the complexities of personal relationships, notably with G. David Shine, illustrating the absurdities and ironies that marked the McCarthy period.
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