Who is Joseph McCarthy?
McCarthy appeared on "Face the Nation"'s inaugural episode in an attempt to sway public opinion in his favor as he faced censure by a special session of the U.S. Senate
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Transcript: Joe McCarthy on "Face the Nation" November 7, 1954
McCarthy was the first guest of the premiere episode of "Face the Nation" 67 years ago
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