Firing Line
The Textbook Controversy in Tennessee
Season 21, Episode 35 · Aired 1986-10-10
Synopsis
The Textbook Controversy in Tennessee — Season 21, Episode 35 of Firing Line. Aired 1986-10-10. Full plot synopsis not yet on file; see the show package for context.
In the series
This episode is part of Firing Line (1966–1999) on Syndicated/PBS.
Buckley's polysyllabic sparring — long-form political talk as blood sport and ballet.
Key cast
- William F. Buckley Jr. as Host
Also in season 21
- S21E02 1966-1986: World Leaders
- S21E04 1966-1986: A Potpourri of Persuaders
- S21E05 Bill Buckley and Firing Line Get Roasted
- S21E14 Debate: Resolved That We Should Move towards Privatization, Including the Schools, Part I
- S21E15 Debate: Resolved That We Should Move towards Privatization, Including the Schools, Part II
- S21E20 Terrorism Viewed from Abroad