A new Hollywood film on Edward R. Murrow will be almost certain to paint a positive picture of the late broadcaster, whose personal influence on television news is still felt today.
Murrow's clash with Sen. Joseph McCarthy appears to be a highlight of the film. McCarthy was believed by some to have abused his position on the House Un-American Committee, which concentrated its efforts on rooting out Communist influence in a range of American institutions in the 1950's.
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