1. In Defense of Democracy: A Speech on Communism and American Values Identifier: CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0005 Contributing Institution: Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK Collection: Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection Title: In Defense of Democracy: A Speech on Communism and American Values Date: 1946-03-29 Creator: Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980 Topic: Communism, Education--United States Congress: 79th (1945-1947)
![["The speaker discusses his views on communism and democracy, stating that communism does not pose a real threat to democracy. He emphasizes the importance of democracy and its achievements, stating that democracy has provided more freedom and higher living standards than any other form of government. The speaker is protective of democracy and its institutions, expressing a desire to not have its accomplishments attributed to communism. He also discusses the importance of freedom of speech and the government serving the people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0000-Spring-June,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0005_thumbnail.jpg "In Defense of Democracy: A Speech on Communism and American Values")