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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Support Congressman Nixon for United States Senator: A Comparison of Records with Congresswoman Douglas
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims, Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Defending Hollywood: A Response to Attacks on Morals and Ethics
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Voting Record of Richard M. Nixon during the 80th Congress
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Banking law
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Defending Democracy: A Statement Against Un-American Activities
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Leader for Progress and Peace
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Communism, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Fight for Democracy: Excerpts from Helen Gahagan Douglas's Speech
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Debate on Aid to Greece and Turkey: A Call for United Nations Involvement
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Threat of the Mundt-Nixon Bill: A Call for Protection of Rights and Freedoms
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Un-American Activities Committee: A Threat to Democracy
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Un-American Activities Committee: A Threat to Constitutional Liberties
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Congressman Richard Nixon is running for United States Senator and is asking voters to compare his voting record with that of his opponent, Mrs. Douglas. Nixon has consistently voted for national defense, internal security, cutting government spending, supporting veterans, labor-management relations, small businesses, equal rights for women, and state ownership of tidelands. He is portrayed as a champion of free enterprise and constitutional government, while Douglas is described as an extreme left-winger who wants more federal controls and has fought against exposing and controlling communists in the country."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Douglas-Richard%20Nixon%20Voting%20Record/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Support Congressman Nixon for United States Senator: A Comparison of Records with Congresswoman Douglas")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas expresses her opposition to the Un-American Activities Committee and their hearings in Hollywood, which she considers to be a tragic farce. She believes that the Committee's actions violate individual rights and freedom of speech, and that combating communism should be done through addressing social issues such as poverty and ignorance. She criticizes the Committee for implying that Hollywood is overrun with communists and for attempting to dictate the content of movies. Douglas emphasizes the importance of upholding constitutional rights and opposing any infringement upon freedom of speech. She also references a resolution by the House of Bishops of the Protestant Episcopal Church condemning the Committee's actions and calling for the protection of freedom of conscience."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Defending Hollywood: A Response to Attacks on Morals and Ethics")
![["The press release addresses the unfair attacks on Hollywood celebrities by publicity seekers seeking notoriety. It claims that there is no basis for questioning the morals, ethics, or patriotism of those in the motion picture industry, as they are not inferior to those in any other profession. The author, who has experience in politics and government service, defends the entertainment industry based on their own knowledge and experience."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Douglas-Richard%20Nixon%20Voting%20Record/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Voting Record of Richard M. Nixon during the 80th Congress")
![["The author of the letter to the editors criticizes Richard Nixon for his actions regarding Korea and accuses him of trying to cover up his mistakes by attacking his opponent. The author expresses concern over Nixon's ability to represent the country in Congress and highlights Nixon's inconsistent voting record on important bills related to foreign policy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Defending Democracy: A Statement Against Un-American Activities")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas gave a speech emphasizing the importance of democracy and the need to defend it against communism. She highlighted the achievements of democracy in the United States and argued that full employment and fair practices can be achieved through the democratic process. Douglas also stressed the importance of free enterprise and individual initiative, while warning against the dangers of intolerance and fear. She emphasized the privileges of democracy, including the right to make mistakes and criticize government officials. Overall, Douglas advocated for protecting and strengthening democracy in the face of external threats."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Leader for Progress and Peace")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas is officially launching her campaign for the United States Senate, thanking her supporters and discussing the importance of the position. She criticizes the current Senator from California, Sheridan Downey, for not effectively representing the state's interests. Douglas emphasizes the need for full-time, all-out representation in the Senate and expresses her commitment to working for the common good and the general welfare of California and the nation."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight for Democracy: Excerpts from Helen Gahagan Douglas's Speech")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas opposes the Mundt-Nixon Bill because she believes it threatens freedom of speech and assembly. She argues that democracy is better than communism and should be shown to the world through example, rather than through restricting individual rights."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0015_thumbnail.jpg "The Debate on Aid to Greece and Turkey: A Call for United Nations Involvement")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the Un-American Activities Committee for having too much power and using it to attack innocent people. She warns that this unchecked power is leading to the creation of a new Gestapo and undermining the public's confidence in the government. She also highlights a specific instance of anti-Semitic behavior by a committee investigator."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0016_thumbnail.jpg "The Threat of the Mundt-Nixon Bill: A Call for Protection of Rights and Freedoms")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the Un-American Activities Committee in Congress for having too much power and using it to attack innocent people, causing the American public to become indignant. She argues that the committee's actions are un-American and ultimately harm Congress itself."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0017_thumbnail.jpg "The Un-American Activities Committee: A Threat to Democracy")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the Mundt-Ferguson Bill as being worse than the previous Mundt-Nixon Bill, which was rejected by Thomas E. Dewey. She believes that passing this bill would lead to a police state in America and argues that there are already laws in place to deal with treasonous activities. She opposes totalitarian methods in both Communist countries and the United States."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0000-1950%20Campaign%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas's%20Speeches/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0018_thumbnail.jpg "The Un-American Activities Committee: A Threat to Constitutional Liberties")