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    Who said, "He was a very cheap, low scoundrel. To denigrate him is to praise him," and of whom did he say it?

    Question #46290. Asked by shady shaker. (Apr 11 04 4:55 AM)


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    		Dean G. Acheson (1893-1971), describing Joseph McCarthy. He was Secretary of State from 1949 to 1952, under Harry S. Truman

    http://www.spongobongo.com/no9939.htm

    Apr 11 04, 7:34 AM

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