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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Consumer's Stake: A Political Preview for '50
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The News and Views of NIA: FORTNIGHT, April 14, 1950
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Labor Unions--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0001
- 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: Defending American Principles and Civil Liberties
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Expanding Social Security: A Commitment to Human Dignity and Security
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Establishing a Civilian Conservation Corps: A Solution for Unemployment and Conservation Challenges in America
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas Exposes Rising Food Prices and Calls for Action
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Women in Government: Alben W. Barkley Advocates for Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Ickes, Harold L. (Harold LeClair), 1874-1952
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Legislative Actions of the Eighty-First Congress (Up to June 30, 1950)
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Warren, Earl, 1891-1974
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Legislative Attendance and Voting Record: A Comparison of Helen G. Douglas and Nixon
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Business--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- RESTORING AMERICA: A COMPARISON OF THE 80TH AND 81ST CONGRESSES
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["The document discusses various topics including politics, cooking with gas ranges, movie reviews, and letters of appreciation. Key points include Downey withdrawing and Boddy running for Senate, features of gas ranges, positive feedback on movie reviews, and a letter correcting an error in an article."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "The Consumer's Stake: A Political Preview for '50")
![["The document discusses the ongoing horror and anti-Semitism faced by Jews in Europe, even after the end of World War II. It highlights the need for full citizenship for Jews in Europe and the importance of Palestine becoming a Jewish land of freedom. The document also emphasizes the responsibility of the current generation to address and solve the Jewish problem, and the role of rebuilding justice and decency in the aftermath of the atrocities committed during the war. It calls for unity and support for the Jewish community in Europe, as well as addressing the challenges faced by Jews in reclaiming their homes and belongings. The document concludes by stressing the importance of making decisions that will shape the future for generations to come and the need for mankind to establish a new world based on justice and decency."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "The News and Views of NIA: FORTNIGHT, April 14, 1950")
![["In her statement on the Mundt-Nixon bill, Helen Gahagan Douglas expresses support for rooting out spies, traitors, and saboteurs, but emphasizes the importance of protecting the liberty of the American people. She criticizes the bill for infringing on liberty and weakening democracy. Douglas asserts that the fight for freedom must also be upheld domestically, not just in foreign conflicts. She vows to oppose measures that threaten the rights and privileges of American citizens and advocates for legislation that protects both security and freedom."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Statement by Helen Gahagan Douglas: Defending American Principles and Civil Liberties")
![["Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas criticized Senator Downey for not clearly stating his stance on George H. McLain's pension scheme, which she believes would impoverish elderly citizens. She offered an analysis by Nelson H. Cruikshank, Director of Social Insurance Activities at the American Federation of Labor, who criticized McLain's lack of understanding of social insurance and labeled his characterization of current beneficiaries as \"special privilege\" groups as inaccurate. Douglas and the AFL-CIO aim to improve the Social Security system rather than completely replace it, as McLain suggests."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Expanding Social Security: A Commitment to Human Dignity and Security")
![["Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas supports H.R. 792, the Fair Employment Practice Bill, which aims to prohibit discrimination in employment based on race, religion, color, national origin, or ancestry. She argues that this bill is not only about protecting the basic right to seek a livelihood without discrimination, but also about promoting national defense, economic self-interest, and moral principles. Douglas emphasizes that fair employment practices are good for business and essential for America's productive capacity. She believes that fair treatment for minorities is crucial for the country's moral and spiritual leadership in the world and for maintaining trust with other nations. Discrimination hinders economic progress and undermines the promise of democracy. Douglas presents evidence of increasing discrimination in employment and the negative impact it has on minority groups. She argues that legislation is necessary to address this issue and ensure equal opportunities for all Americans."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a Civilian Conservation Corps: A Solution for Unemployment and Conservation Challenges in America")
![["Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas endorses a housing program proposed by Chester Bowles to address the housing slump in the country. She emphasizes the urgent need for more housing units to be built to prevent a housing bust and ensure full employment and prosperity. Douglas calls for a goal of building 1.5 million homes per year for the next 10 years, with the government underwriting construction where private enterprise falls short. She also suggests that the government should build modest rental homes to address the affordability issue faced by veterans and low-income families. Douglas highlights the importance of taking action to address the housing crisis and urges Congress to act upon Bowles' proposals."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas Exposes Rising Food Prices and Calls for Action")
![["The document provides election results for various positions in the state of California, with Governor Warren winning the Republican nomination by a large margin and expressing confidence for the upcoming general election. Warren plans to make a vigorous campaign and expects to leave for a commencement speech at Cornell College. He also plans to attend the National Governors' Conference before traveling to the East with his family."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Women in Government: Alben W. Barkley Advocates for Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document provides a breakdown of votes by Democrats and Republicans on various foreign policy issues during the 80th and 81st Congresses. It shows the percentage of \"wrong\" votes for each party on issues such as foreign relief, aid to Greece and Turkey, the Marshall Plan, reciprocal trade agreements, displaced persons bill, foreign information programs, and military assistance programs. The summary indicates that both parties had a significant number of \"wrong\" votes on these issues."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Legislative Actions of the Eighty-First Congress (Up to June 30, 1950)")
![["The comparison of voting records between Helin Gahagan Douglas and Richard Nixon in the 11th Congress (1949-1950) shows that Douglas generally voted for more liberal policies, such as higher minimum wage and social security, while Nixon tended to support more conservative positions, such as arms aid and postal rate increases. Both politicians had differing stances on various issues, but overall, Douglas appeared to have a more liberal voting record compared to Nixon."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Legislative Attendance and Voting Record: A Comparison of Helen G. Douglas and Nixon")
![["The document provides a summary of the attendance and voting record of two individuals, HGD and Nixon, during a specific time period. HGD voted a total of 25 times, was paired 4 times, and was absent 0% of the time. Nixon voted 19 times, was paired 4 times, and was absent 21% of the time. From 3/3/50 to 3/31/50, HGD voted 29 times, was paired 22 times, and was absent 6% of the time. Nixon voted 40 times, was paired 6 times, and was absent 15% of the time. It is noted that up to 2/28/50, HGD was never absent and unrecorded."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "RESTORING AMERICA: A COMPARISON OF THE 80TH AND 81ST CONGRESSES")