William Link has written a mammoth and interesting biography: "Jesse Helms and the Rise of Modern Conservatism." Senator Helms was from North Carolina and had a background in the media. He used that expertise to win elections. Issues of desegreation and sexuality were important to him. He developed a political organization that was very successful in raising money and promoting conservative causes. "His legacy lives on the the unilaterism of the Bush administration," says William Link, a history professor from the University of Florida.
Listen to the interview at http://www.wvik.org/listings-aboutbooks.htm
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