Clooney: Fear in Modern Society Worse Than McCarthyism

George Clooney reflects on the pervasive fear in modern society, comparing it to the McCarthy era, in an exclusive interview with Anderson Cooper for CNN en Español. Filmed on the set of his Broadway play, "Good Night, and Good Luck," Clooney states, "I do think it is worse now." He further elaborates on the parallels between the past and present, highlighting the widespread anxiety that transcends political climates. The interview promotes a special airing of the play on CNN.com on June 7th at 7 PM Miami time. This insightful conversation underscores the ongoing relevance of McCarthyism's legacy and the enduring anxieties of our time.