The Voice of Reason

People’s lives were ruined When McCarthy hollered “Red!” Fanning flames as paranoia Reared its ugly head. Blacklists made the circuit Keeping many out of work. Neighbors spied on neighbors Seeking where’d the commies lurk. Finally, a prudent voice Spoke out against this fool, When Edward Murrow told the public Reason had to rule. I’m too young to remember But I’m honoring that speech When Murrow rallied all the world To fight McCarthy’s breach.