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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Fight Against Un-American Activities: A Call for Freedom of Speech
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- CHURCHMEN'S CONDEMNATION OF HOUSE UN-AMERICAN ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Communism, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Challenge of Anti-Semitism: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1947-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0047
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Statement by Helen Gahagan Douglas: Opposition to Un-American Activities Committee
- Date:
- 1947-03-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism, Courts--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0048
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Concerns and Critiques: A Letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1947-11-04
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Defending Democracy: Helen Gahagan Douglas' Statement on the Mundt-Nixon Bill
- Date:
- 1947-11-04
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Tricky Dick Nixon: A Threat to National Security
- Date:
- 1947-11-04
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Fight Against Un-American Affairs: A Call for Support
- Date:
- 1947-11-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Energy policy--United States, Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0059
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Support for Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas in Contempt Citations Vote
- Date:
- 1947-11-23
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0060
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Fight Against Un-American Activities
- Date:
- 1947-11-25
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
![["The document includes a letter from Bishop Dun thanking Mrs. Douglas for her support of a resolution he presented at a meeting of the House of Bishops regarding the fight against communism. Mrs. Douglas, also an Episcopalian, expresses her pride in the resolution and the role of the church in addressing moral issues. The resolution emphasizes the importance of protecting freedom of conscience and working for justice and dignity for all."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0020_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight Against Un-American Activities: A Call for Freedom of Speech")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the House Committee on Un-American Activities for their conduct during the Hollywood hearings, stating that they do not protect the rights of witnesses and unfairly target individuals and the film industry. She argues that combating communism should be done through addressing poverty and education, not through violating constitutional rights. Douglas opposes the committee's infringement on freedom of speech and advocates for protecting individual rights and democratic principles. She also highlights the dangers of using extreme measures in response to communism and cites a resolution by the House of Bishops of the Protestant Episcopal Church in support of safeguarding freedom of conscience. Douglas emphasizes the importance of upholding American values and principles in the face of anti-communist hysteria."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0046_thumbnail.jpg "CHURCHMEN'S CONDEMNATION OF HOUSE UN-AMERICAN ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas speaks out against the actions of the Un-American Activities Committee, stating that their hearings are unjust and violate individual rights. She believes that combating communism should focus on addressing poverty and ignorance, not through hysteria or limiting free speech. Douglas criticizes the Committee for unfairly condemning the motion picture industry and interfering with creative freedom. She argues that the Committee's actions give the impression that communism is stronger than it actually is, and that extreme measures are not necessary to combat it. Douglas concludes by quoting a resolution from the House of Bishops urging caution in fighting communism and protecting freedom of conscience."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0000-Publications-Various%20articles%20written%20by%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0015_thumbnail.jpg "The Challenge of Anti-Semitism: A Call to Action")
![["The author of the letter expresses support for Helen Gahagan Douglas for voting against citations of alleged Hollywood Communists. They express concern about the integrity of the Supreme Court and the need to outlaw the American Communist Party if linked to Russia. They also call for Congress to focus on important issues such as lowering prices, providing relief for starving people, and investigating Congressional investigations. They express their belief in the power of prayer and end the letter by wishing Mrs. Douglas well and expressing their non-Communist beliefs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0047_thumbnail.jpg "Statement by Helen Gahagan Douglas: Opposition to Un-American Activities Committee")
![["The document is congratulating Mrs. Helen Gahagan Douglas and Mr. Holifield for their actions against communist party members. The writer expresses concern about the influence of the communist party and questions the actions of the Democratic party. The writer also expresses gratitude for their efforts in protecting freedoms."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0048_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns and Critiques: A Letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the hasty and ill-considered vote taken by the House of Representatives on Spain and the European Recovery Program. She argues that the vote has damaged the United States' foreign policy, weakened the non-Communist forces in Europe, and undermined the country's leadership within the United Nations. Douglas warns against sacrificing moral integrity in the fight against communism and calls for a re-examination of how foreign policy decisions are made in the future. She urges the conferees to repair the damage caused by the vote."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0000-Statements%20in%20Congress,%20speeches,%20and%20press%20releases%20of%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Defending Democracy: Helen Gahagan Douglas' Statement on the Mundt-Nixon Bill")
![["The document is a manual for speakers supporting Helen Gahagan Douglas for Senator, outlining her background, accomplishments, and positions on important issues. It highlights her work on the Foreign Affairs Committee, her dedication to public service, and her support for domestic and foreign policies of the Democratic party. Douglas is portrayed as a strong advocate for a positive foreign policy, supporting initiatives like the Marshall Plan and the United Nations. She is also shown to be committed to improving domestic conditions to prevent the spread of communism."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Tricky Dick Nixon: A Threat to National Security")
![["Mr. Raines is requesting a copy of a report on Civil Rights to the President by Charles E. Wilson, but is informed by Walter R. Pick that Mrs. Douglas does not have an allotment of the report. Pick suggests Raines contact the Government Printing Office in Washington, D.C. to purchase a copy for one dollar, as they will have a new printing available after November 17th. Raines also expresses concerns about recent hearings on Communism."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0006_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight Against Un-American Affairs: A Call for Support")
![["The document is from Marj Orman Shippey to Helen Gahagan Douglas expressing support for her stand against the House Un-American Committee. Shippey criticizes the Communist scare and expresses fear of American Fascism. She offers assistance to Douglas despite no longer living in her constituency."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0059_thumbnail.jpg "Support for Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas in Contempt Citations Vote")
![["The document from John Haiduk to Congresswoman Helen Gahagan expresses support for defending Hollywood writers cited for contempt of Congress, criticizes the methods used by the House Un-American Activities Committee, and raises concerns about the potential loss of civil liberties due to anti-Communist hysteria. Haiduk emphasizes the importance of clarifying the meaning and objectives of Communism and warns against the persecution of minority political parties."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0060_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight Against Un-American Activities")
