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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Proposed Social Security Reforms and Economic Policies, 1975
- Date:
- 1975-01-16
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- An Open Letter to a Congressman: A Citizen's Perspective on Energy Policy and Economic Management, 1975
- Date:
- 1975-01-17
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Political campaigns--United States, Campaign management--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Economic Proposals in 1975
- Date:
- 1975-01-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Elementary Education--United States, Education--United States, Educational policy--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Representative Jim Jones Concerning Economic Concerns and Proposed Taxation Changes, 1975
- Date:
- 1975-01-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0045
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Correspondence: A 1975 Exchange on Energy, Economy, and Domestic Politics
- Date:
- 1975-01-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Correspondence between Congressman James R. Jones and Mr. James H. Degnan Regarding Economic Crisis and Legislative Actions
- Date:
- 1975-01-20
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Price Regulation
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Letter to James R. Jones Regarding Economic Concerns and Support for President Ford's Economic Program
- Date:
- 1975-01-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Inflation (Finance), Education--United States
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- 1975 Letter to President Gerald Ford Regarding Economic Concerns and Suggestions
- Date:
- 1975-01-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0049
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressional Response to Citizen's Concerns on Economic Problems and Government Intervention
- Date:
- 1975-01-21
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Foreign relations
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0050
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- James R. Jones Collection
- Title:
- Congressman James R. Jones Responds to Concerns about the National Budget and Foreign Aid
- Date:
- 1975-01-22
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance), Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 93rd (1973-1975)
![["The document is addressed to Congressman James R. Jones, urging him to vote for a full increase in Social Security benefits rather than the proposed % increase by Mr. Ford. The writer expresses concerns about inflation, gasoline price increases, and the impact of Ford's policies on the elderly and poorer class of people. They also question the effectiveness of tax rebates and criticize Ford's approach to addressing the recession. The writer suggests that Ford should focus on saving fuel by staying in the White House more."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Proposed Social Security Reforms and Economic Policies, 1975")
![["The document is from a concerned citizen to their congressman, expressing dissatisfaction with the current energy policy and suggesting ways to improve it. The writer also suggests tax cuts, eliminating waste in government, and prioritizing American interests. They emphasize the need for action to address inflation and increase incomes for the American people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0020_thumbnail.jpg "An Open Letter to a Congressman: A Citizen's Perspective on Energy Policy and Economic Management, 1975")
![["The document addresses current economic proposals and suggests alternatives to issuing cash refunds, cutting federal spending, reducing oil imports, lowering interest rates, increasing automobile mileage, and slowing down the ecology program to prevent inflation and a worsening recession."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Congressman James R. Jones Regarding Economic Proposals in 1975")
![["In this letter, Dale Duggins expresses concern about the impact of President Ford's tax cut proposal and a potential tax on gasoline on middle and lower income families. He argues that high gasoline taxes will disproportionately affect these groups by making it difficult to commute to work and afford vacations. Duggins also suggests lowering the Social Security retirement age and stabilizing food prices to help alleviate economic challenges. He urges Congressman Jim Jones to consider these issues and take action to address them."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Representative Jim Jones Concerning Economic Concerns and Proposed Taxation Changes, 1975")
![["The document includes a letter from Congressman James R. Jones responding to Mr. and Mrs. George D. Meador's concerns about Congressional actions on energy and economic issues. Jones expresses the readiness of the 94th Congress to address these problems and highlights the importance of domestic energy production. In contrast, the letter from Mr. and Mrs. Meador criticizes Congress for prioritizing environmental concerns over economic considerations and accuses them of hindering energy production. The document suggests that Congress, particularly ultra-liberals, is harming the nation's economy and calls for accountability."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0045_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Correspondence: A 1975 Exchange on Energy, Economy, and Domestic Politics")
![["The document from Mr. Degnan suggests that Congress should take no action on current economic problems and should impose as few government rules and regulations as possible. However, Representative Jones believes that the economic crisis requires firm action and hopes that Congress will respond decisively to the President's proposals. Mr. Degnan later suggests in a follow-up letter that perhaps the best course of action would be to leave everything alone for a while. Representative Jones acknowledges Mr. Degnan's views and values his input as a way to better represent him in Congress."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Correspondence between Congressman James R. Jones and Mr. James H. Degnan Regarding Economic Crisis and Legislative Actions")
![["Robert A. Dougan expresses concern about inflation and urges strong measures to combat it. He supports President Ford's economic program, specifically the energy proposals and ceiling on new spending, and calls for quick passage of the program. He urges James R. Jones to lend his support to the President."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0032_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to James R. Jones Regarding Economic Concerns and Support for President Ford's Economic Program")
![["The document is addressed to President Gerald Ford from Peter E. Wallace, expressing concerns about unemployment and inflation, and suggesting that government assistance should focus on the 5% unemployed rather than the 92% employed. Wallace also advises against a tax rebate, suggesting it could lead to inflation, and recommends reducing government spending, balancing the budget, and continuing efforts to restore stability in the economy. He also mentions concerns about energy issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0034_thumbnail.jpg "1975 Letter to President Gerald Ford Regarding Economic Concerns and Suggestions")
![["The document is a letter from Burt B. Holmes to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concern about government intervention in the free market economy and opposition to mandatory wage and price controls. Congressman Jones responds by acknowledging the concern and stating his own opposition to such controls, while also mentioning that he is seeking feedback from constituents on the issue."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0049_thumbnail.jpg "Congressional Response to Citizen's Concerns on Economic Problems and Government Intervention")
![["The document is a letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Mr. T. M. Harkreader discussing the importance of balancing the national budget and reducing non-essential spending. Jones agrees with Harkreader's views on foreign assistance and mentions sponsoring legislation to collect debts owed by other countries to the United States. The document addresses concerns about unnecessary national spending and foreign aid, emphasizing the need for voluntary contributions for the Bicentennial Fund. Additionally, the text includes an editorial discussing the history and impact of United States foreign aid, highlighting the debate over its effectiveness and the consequences of continuing to provide assistance to certain countries."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/James%20R.%20Jones%20Collection/James%20R.%20Jones%20Correspondence%20Series,%201968-1986%20/CAC_CC_109_4_22_1_0000-District%20Office,%20Jones%20Clippings,%201973/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_109_4_22_35_0050_thumbnail.jpg "Congressman James R. Jones Responds to Concerns about the National Budget and Foreign Aid")