Examines the troubled existence of the Voice of America (VOA), the US government’s international shortwave radio agency, following WWII. Explains that the VOA’s troubles, including slashed
budgets, canceled projects, and neglect by its operating agency, were the results of rivalries that shaped American politics during these years, especially the Republican drive to roll back the
New Deal, the ongoing contest between conservative members of Congress and the Truman administration, and disputes over the VOA’s proper purposes. Krugler teaches history at the University of
Wisconsin-Platteville. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
