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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Fight for Democracy: Excerpts from Helen Gahagan Douglas's Speech
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Debate on Aid to Greece and Turkey: A Call for United Nations Involvement
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Threat of the Mundt-Nixon Bill: A Call for Protection of Rights and Freedoms
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Un-American Activities Committee: A Threat to Democracy
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Un-American Activities Committee: A Threat to Constitutional Liberties
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Nixon's Crusade for a Better Life: Warning Against the 'Master State'
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Nixon for United States Senate: A Positive and Constructive Choice
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- House Un-American Activities Committee Compiles Subversive Blacklist of Over 1 Million Names
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Changing Landscape of American Politics: Post 6/3/50
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Warren, Earl, 1891-1974
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Old-Time Rally at Gilmore Stadium: Democrats Unite for a Night of Song and Entertainment
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas is officially launching her campaign for the United States Senate, thanking her supporters and discussing the importance of the position. She criticizes the current Senator from California, Sheridan Downey, for not effectively representing the state's interests. Douglas emphasizes the need for full-time, all-out representation in the Senate and expresses her commitment to working for the common good and the general welfare of California and the nation."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight for Democracy: Excerpts from Helen Gahagan Douglas's Speech")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas opposes the Mundt-Nixon Bill because she believes it threatens freedom of speech and assembly. She argues that democracy is better than communism and should be shown to the world through example, rather than through restricting individual rights."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "The Debate on Aid to Greece and Turkey: A Call for United Nations Involvement")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the Un-American Activities Committee for having too much power and using it to attack innocent people. She warns that this unchecked power is leading to the creation of a new Gestapo and undermining the public's confidence in the government. She also highlights a specific instance of anti-Semitic behavior by a committee investigator."]](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_0016_thumbnail.jpg "The Threat of the Mundt-Nixon Bill: A Call for Protection of Rights and Freedoms")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the Un-American Activities Committee in Congress for having too much power and using it to attack innocent people, causing the American public to become indignant. She argues that the committee's actions are un-American and ultimately harm Congress itself."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "The Un-American Activities Committee: A Threat to Democracy")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the Mundt-Ferguson Bill as being worse than the previous Mundt-Nixon Bill, which was rejected by Thomas E. Dewey. She believes that passing this bill would lead to a police state in America and argues that there are already laws in place to deal with treasonous activities. She opposes totalitarian methods in both Communist countries and the United States."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "The Un-American Activities Committee: A Threat to Constitutional Liberties")
![["The document discusses Representative Richard M. Nixon's candidacy for United States Senator in California, contrasting him with his opponent Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas. The author argues that Nixon's positive and constructive qualities make him a better choice for the position, emphasizing his integrity, leadership skills, and ability to address national issues effectively. The document also criticizes the decline in the quality of Senate members and urges voters to carefully consider and support candidates like Nixon who can serve the public interest. Additionally, it mentions the significant political funds raised by labor organizations to gain control of the Senate and House of Representatives."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0000-Nixon-Clippings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Nixon's Crusade for a Better Life: Warning Against the 'Master State'")
![["The document discusses the influence of labor unions on politics, particularly in California, and the potential consequences of their control. It highlights the importance of citizens being actively involved in politics to maintain their liberties and prevent the dominance of special interest groups. The document also mentions the strategic significance of Formosa and the concerns surrounding its potential handover to Communist China."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0000-Nixon-Clippings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Nixon for United States Senate: A Positive and Constructive Choice")
![["The document is about Governor Earl Warren launching his re-election campaign with the Democrats divided over supporting James Roosevelt. Many party leaders are against Roosevelt and some are supporting other candidates. The situation is further complicated by the entrance of Manchester Boddy into the United States senatorial race. Chrysler Corp. and the United Auto Workers are in peace talks that have been recessed. There is also mention of Sally Restano and her whereabouts."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0000-Nixon-Clippings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0005_thumbnail.jpg "House Un-American Activities Committee Compiles Subversive Blacklist of Over 1 Million Names")
![["L.A. Demos are holding an old-time rally at Gilmore Stadium on June 4th with a liberal program including speeches and entertainment. Democratic candidates endorsed by unions will participate, along with other political figures. The event aims to bring Democrats together and promote their agenda. Other political news includes updates on various candidates for different positions and their campaign activities. Representative Richard Nixon calls for a non-political commission to investigate Communists in the government. A man in Omaha was shot in the stomach while fleeing from a holdup, but it turned out he accidentally shot himself."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0000-Nixon-Clippings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0007_thumbnail.jpg "The Changing Landscape of American Politics: Post 6/3/50")
![["The article discusses how Republican candidate Richard Nixon is misrepresenting himself as a Democrat in campaign materials, causing confusion among voters and Democratic candidates. The document highlights the misleading nature of Nixon's campaign tactics and questions his honesty and integrity as a candidate."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0000-Nixon-Clippings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Old-Time Rally at Gilmore Stadium: Democrats Unite for a Night of Song and Entertainment")