Kennedy Versus Lodge: The 1952 Massachusetts Senate Race

Whalen (20th century American history, Boston U.) analyzes behind-the-scenes aspects of this key political race; the thorny issue of Sen. McCarthy's campaign involvement; Kennedy's use of the new medium of television and the women's vote to his advantage; and how his slim victory over Lodge ushered in Democratic dominance in post-war Massachusetts. Includes candidate photos and election statistics. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)