Discussion – Senator McCarthy
Conduct an Internet search, for background information on Senator McCarthy and specific information regarding the Telegram from Senator Joseph McCarthy to President Harry S. Truman. Read the background information on Senator McCarthy and the telegram he sent President Truman on February 11, 1950.
After reading Senator McCarthy’s telegram to President Truman, discuss why you think this telegram was written. Do you think accusations of Senator McCarthy were healthy or unhealthy for the country? Why?
