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- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- John B. Connally's Address to the National Conference of State Legislatures, 1979
- Date:
- 1979-07-27
- Creator:
- Connally, John Bowden, Jr., 1917-1993
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- John B. Connally's Address to National Farm and Power Equipment Dealers: A Reflection on Agriculture, Enterprise, and American Ideals
- Date:
- 1979-08-06
- Creator:
- Connally, John Bowden, Jr., 1917-1993
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Armed Forces
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0034
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- Letter of Appreciation and Update
- Date:
- 1979-08-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- Letter to David Walker Regarding John Connally Article Request
- Date:
- 1979-09-04
- Creator:
- Unruh, Paula, 1929-2021
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- Connally's Address to the Overseas Press Club: Concerns About America's International Position and Leadership
- Date:
- 1979-09-06
- Creator:
- Connally, John Bowden, Jr., 1917-1993
- Topic:
- Foreign relations
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- John B. Connally's Address to the International Association of Police Chiefs on Restoring American Values and Order
- Date:
- 1979-09-17
- Creator:
- Connally, John Bowden, Jr., 1917-1993
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0037
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- 1979 Radio Poll Results: Connally Leads Kennedy in Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Date:
- 1979-09-28
- Creator:
- Unruh, Paula, 1929-2021
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0038
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- Following Up on Potential Supporters After Nightline Appearance
- Date:
- 1979-09-29
- Creator:
- Connally, John Bowden, Jr., 1917-1993
- Names:
- Iowa Tribe of Oklahoma
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- John B. Connally's Address to the Colorado Association of Realtors: A Call for Western Autonomy and Federal Decentralization
- Date:
- 1979-10-05
- Creator:
- Connally, John Bowden, Jr., 1917-1993
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
- Identifier:
- CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Paula Unruh Collection
- Title:
- Governor John B. Connally's Nine Point Program for Middle East Peace and Stability
- Date:
- 1979-10-11
- Creator:
- Connally, John Bowden, Jr., 1917-1993
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 96th (1979-1981)
![["John B. Connally, a Republican Presidential Candidate, addressed the National Conference of State Legislatures in San Francisco in 1979. He emphasized the importance of state revenue sharing and the need for federal government to give resources to states and local governments. Connally also discussed the need for courage and leadership to overcome the crises facing America, such as inflation, trade deficits, and energy shortages. He expressed optimism in the American people and their ability to work together for the country's health and security."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20Speeches,%201979/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0005_thumbnail.jpg "John B. Connally's Address to the National Conference of State Legislatures, 1979")
![["John B. Connally, a farmer and former government official, speaks at the National Farm and Power Equipment Dealers convention about the importance of private enterprise and individual freedom in American society. He expresses concern about government interference in the economy and calls for a return to self-reliance and productive workmanship. Connally advocates for transferring more power to state and local governments to involve communities in decision-making processes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20Speeches,%201979/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0006_thumbnail.jpg "John B. Connally's Address to National Farm and Power Equipment Dealers: A Reflection on Agriculture, Enterprise, and American Ideals")
![["The writer thanks Betty for sharing information and data with them and sends her the bumper sticker she wanted. They mention that they will be out of everything for the next couple of weeks due to jury duty, but they hope to keep in touch."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20undated,%201978-1980/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0034_thumbnail.jpg "Letter of Appreciation and Update")
![["The letter is from Paula Unruh to David Walker, enclosing an article on John Connally for a course at Central State. Unruh also mentions that there will be an Oklahoma Committee announced soon and expresses support for presenting Connally as the best choice for the Republican Party in 1980. She offers further assistance and provides contact information for Connally's headquarters."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20undated,%201978-1980/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to David Walker Regarding John Connally Article Request")
![["Connally expresses concerns about the lack of American leadership and conviction in the international arena. He criticizes the Carter Administration for its perceived weakness and lack of resolve, which he believes has emboldened anti-American forces. Connally highlights Soviet involvement in installing Marxist governments and funding terrorist movements around the world. He also criticizes the Administration's handling of issues such as Zimbabwe Rhodesia and the SALT II treaty, questioning the effectiveness and security implications of the treaty. Overall, Connally advocates for a stronger, more assertive American foreign policy to counter the growing threats to the Free World."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20Speeches,%201979/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Connally's Address to the Overseas Press Club: Concerns About America's International Position and Leadership")
![["John B. Connally, a Republican presidential candidate, gave a speech in 1979 addressing the need for America to regain its national unity, purpose, and ethical stability. He emphasized the importance of order at home and abroad, restoring national defense, and rebuilding conventional forces to regain America's position as the leader of the free world. Connally also criticized the rise in crime and the lack of support for law enforcement, particularly in cases where entire police forces are condemned for the actions of a few. He called for a revival of America's national will and spirit to correct the country's current issues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20Speeches,%201979/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0008_thumbnail.jpg "John B. Connally's Address to the International Association of Police Chiefs on Restoring American Values and Order")
![["A quick poll conducted by KRMG, the main radio station in Tulsa, Oklahoma, indicated that Connally received 134 votes compared to Kennedy's 46 votes. The poll results were reported by Paula Unruh on September 28, 1979."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20undated,%201978-1980/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0037_thumbnail.jpg "1979 Radio Poll Results: Connally Leads Kennedy in Tulsa, Oklahoma")
![["The author received a call from a man interested in getting involved in Connally's campaign. The man may have been the President of the Iowa Jaycees and currently works with the Jaycees in Tulsa. The author provided contact information for the man and asked for follow-up to see if he was the caller from \"Nightline.\" Another man named Carl Petri, a retired machinist, also called in and talked about City Hall. The author requested follow-up with Petri as well."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20undated,%201978-1980/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_3_0038_thumbnail.jpg "Following Up on Potential Supporters After Nightline Appearance")
![["John B. Connally, a Republican presidential candidate, criticizes President Carter and Senator Kennedy for their liberal policies and lack of support for the American West. He highlights the issue of federal government control over Western lands and calls for states to have more autonomy in decision-making. Connally emphasizes the need for government to be returned to the people and for citizens' voices to be heard. He supports the \"Sagebrush Rebellion\" and advocates for Western states to have more control over their resources and land."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20Speeches,%201979/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0009_thumbnail.jpg "John B. Connally's Address to the Colorado Association of Realtors: A Call for Western Autonomy and Federal Decentralization")
![["Governor John B. Connally outlined a nine-point program for peace and stability in the Middle East in a speech before the Washington Press Club. He emphasized the importance of addressing the sensitive issues in the region and the urgency of achieving a comprehensive settlement between the Arabs and Israelis. Connally criticized the idea of delaying peace efforts for political reasons and stressed the importance of taking bold and courageous actions to move towards lasting peace. He highlighted the economic, political, and geostrategic interests of the United States in the Middle East and the need for a resolution to prevent chaos and disruptions worldwide."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Paula%20Unruh%20Collection,%201964-2009/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0000%20%20-%20Connally,%20John-Campaign%20of%201980,%20Speeches,%201979/Thumbnails/CAC_PP_075_1_2_11_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Governor John B. Connally's Nine Point Program for Middle East Peace and Stability")