Part one of term paper
Since Joseph R. McCarthy first used his political power to ruin the careers of hundreds of men, the term has forever been used to denote someone or something that uses their power to launch a groundless and mean spirited attack on a particular minority group. Joseph R. McCarthy, possibly the greatest demagogue in the history of America, wa ...

Part two of term paper
... evil allowed his accusations of "disloyalty" to be incredibly effective. Of course, there were some things about the flamboyant Senator from Wisconsin that limited his effectiveness. During his storied career, he was never once able to prove an accused Red was guilty. He was a heavy drinker and had a soft spot for horse racing and poker games. Despite these shortcomings, he was able to become a national celebrity. From his expensive election campaign, to his first speech on Communism, to the Ar ...