Description: Barney Frank at a press conference. He discusses the threat that the John Birch Society poses to rational politics. He quotes their opinion that America is being increasingly controlled by communism and on their attack on the genocide convention. He discusses Ray Shamie's connection to the John Birch Society, especially in the context of his campaign for the Senate, running against John Kerry. Frank mentions his relationship with Republicans and his fear of the effect far right wings groups, like the John Birch Society, are having on American politics.
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 10/11/1984
Description: WALTER MONDALE RALLY ON BOSTON COMMON. Edward Kennedy, Michael Dukakis, Tip O'Neill, John Kerry, Paul Tsongas, Robert Drinan, Barney Frank, Ray Flynn, Mel King, Chet Atkins, Edward Boland, Gerry Studds, Michael Connolly, Joe Kennedy. Mondale speaks after enthusiastic introductions by fellow Democrats. Mary Travers and Peter Yarrow sing “This Land Is Your Land.”
Collection: Ten O'Clock News
Date Created: 11/02/1984