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In conversation with Michael Harrington, author of "The Other America: Poverty in the United States," and Ralph Helstein, a union leader
Feb. 17, 1977 Interviewing Michael Harrington, author of "The Other America: Poverty in the United States," and Ralph Helstein, a union leader.
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Sydney J. Harris discusses his book "Pieces of Eight"
Nov. 3, 1982 Journalist and author Sydney J. Harris discusses the essays in his new book "Pieces of Eight." Harris previously wrote for the "Chicago Daily News" and as of the time of this interview, was writing for the "Chicago Sun-Times."
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Charles Hardin discusses his book, "Presidential Power and Accountability: Toward a New Constitution"
Jun. 26, 1974 Charles M. Hardin, political science professor, discusses his book, "Presidential Power and Accountability: Toward a New Constitution." Hardin discusses presidents from Roosevelt to Nixon and explores political parties and the Constitution and the role both play in the American Government. He explains his studies in political science and how he has come to believe that the Constitution should be re-written and creating more political parties could limit presidential powers, which he believes could cause problems in the future.
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Dick Simpson discusses his book, Strategies for Change: How to Make the American Political Dream Work"
Sep. 27, 1976 Alderman Dick Simpson discusses his book, "Strategies for Change: How to Make the American Political Dream Work," and his work as the 44th Ward Alderman. He explains the assembly system that now runs the 44th Ward, where members are able to bind him to a vote if the majority decides. He also discusses how the assembly has already changed redlining, the school system, truck load limits, and high rise development within their neighborhood.
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Elizabeth Drew discusses her book, "Senator," about U.S. Senator John C. Culver
Jun. 1, 1979 Elizabeth Drew discusses her book, "Senator," about U.S. Senator John C. Culver from Iowa. She explains how she followed Culver for ten days to learn what the day to day business is like for senators. Drew tells about some of the bills and amendments Culver worked on and how much time is spent working on them.
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Marion Clark and Rudy Maxa discuss their book, "Public Trust, Private Lust: Sex, Power, and Corruption on Capitol Hill"
Jul. 12, 1977 Marion Clark and Rudy Maxa, investigative journalists, discuss their book, "Public Trust, Private Lust: Sex, Power, and Corruption on Capitol Hill." The two recall how Elizabeth Ray contacted them about an affair she was having with U.S. Representative Wayne Hays, who was using taxpayer's money to pay her. The journalists also discuss Koreagate and other corruptions going on in Washington D.C. in the 1970s.
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