One World a Red World

One World a Red World (1952) by Kenneth Goff is a Cold War-era polemical tract that critiques the United Nations and its perceived role in advancing Communist influence within the United States. Goff, a former member of the Communist Party turned anti-Communist activist, argues that the UN functions as a “Red Trojan Horse,” enabling foreign agents to operate under diplomatic immunity and eroding American sovereignty. The book alleges that various UN-affiliated programs—particularly UNESCO—are designed to subvert youth and promote collectivist ideologies. Goff also criticizes the UN’s involvement in the Korean War and claims that domestic institutions and public figures are complicit in a broader ideological conspiracy. His narrative blends political commentary with conspiratorial framing, reflecting mid-century anxieties about globalism, socialism, and national identity.