Richard Mitten Knihy

The examination of the Kurt Waldheim controversy reveals the complex interplay of historical and political factors during his 1986 presidential campaign. The book delves into how Waldheim's candidacy was intertwined with deep-seated chauvinistic and antisemitic sentiments, exploring the societal dynamics that both fueled and benefitted from these resentments. Through this analysis, it seeks to uncover the underlying truths of the controversy and its implications on contemporary politics.

Mitten argues that the essential point in the Waldheim affair is not Waldheim himself but the political and cultural climate that made his 1986 presidential election possible. Mitten examines the campaign which both elicited, and profited from, profound chauvinistic and antisemitic resentments. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.