State Department Information Program Voice of America (Classic Reprint): Hearings Before the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations of the Committee ... Session Pursuant to S. Res; 40; Part 7, March - Softcover

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State Department Information Program and Voice of America in clear view A historical record of hearings about how the U.S. government explains its work abroad through Voice of America and related information programs. It sheds light on the participants, questions, and the context of Cold War information efforts.

This edition compiles testimony and exhibits from the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, offering insights into government messaging, public diplomacy, and the challenges of presenting national policies to global audiences in the 1950s. The material emphasizes procedure, accountability, and the role of information in national security.

• Understand the questions lawmakers asked about the VOA and its operations.


• See how witnesses respond to inquiries about loyalty, employment, and past affiliations.


• Learn about the organizational structure and personnel involved in U.S. information efforts.


• Gain historical context for U.S. public diplomacy during the early Cold War.

Ideal for readers of Cold War history, government hearings, and media history who want a straightforward window into how information programs were scrutinized in the era.

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