Joseph McCarthy is one of the most controversial figures in American political history. His actions at the height of the Communist Red Scare in America have been scrutinized for decades. Who was Joseph McCarthy? What views did he advocate? Are we seeing a resurgence of modern McCarthyism in America today? This site aims to answer all of those questions, and to analyze how McCarthy's stance has altered American politics. It is the goal of this site to use the past to understand the present. Please begin by taking a tour of Joseph McCarthy's life.
