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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Preserving Liberty: Congresswoman Douglas Opposes Mundt-Nixon Bill
- Date:
- 1950-05-17
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Farm legislation--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Democratic Success in Foreign Policy: A Record of Achievement
- Date:
- 1950-06-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Health
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0046
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Veterans Hospital Crisis: Urgent Need for Action in Southern California
- Date:
- 1950-08-18
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Health
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The GOP's Road to Oblivion: Democratic Progress in Riverside County
- Date:
- 1950-08-21
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Voting Record of Richard Nixon in the 80th Congress
- Date:
- 1950-08-29
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0031
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Support for the Engle-Scudder Bill: A Call for Action in the Sacramento Valley
- Date:
- 1950-08-29
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Analysis of Total Popular Vote and Candidate's Vote Percentage in Primary Elections 1950
- Date:
- 1950-08-29
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Aging -- Social aspects
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0016
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Richard Nixon: A Man of Integrity and Leadership
- Date:
- 1950-08-29
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Tricky Dick Nixon's Troubling Record on Korea
- Date:
- 1950-09-06
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Nixon Leads in Senate Race: California Poll Results
- Date:
- 1950-09-11
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas strongly endorses the Engle-Scudder bill to authorize the building of canals for irrigation in the Sacramento Valley. The project has widespread support from officials, farmers, and citizens in the affected area. The bill aims to bring water to irrigate a large section of land that is currently largely dry-farmed, with the potential to greatly increase productivity and address water supply issues. The project is part of the original State Central Valley Project and is estimated to have a favorable benefits-to-cost ratio. Douglas urges the Senate Committee on Interior & Insular Affairs to approve the project's early authorization and construction."]](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_0030_thumbnail.jpg "Preserving Liberty: Congresswoman Douglas Opposes Mundt-Nixon Bill")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas is running for the United States Senate and is reaching out to optometrists for their support. She believes in the importance of the optometric profession and pledges to work for legislation that will benefit them. She highlights her support for healthcare initiatives and her record in Congress, emphasizing her commitment to the health and welfare of the American people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0000-Campaign%20Materials%20Circulars,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Democratic Success in Foreign Policy: A Record of Achievement")
![["The document discusses the urgent need for more hospital beds for veterans in California due to the increasing population and unemployment rates. It highlights the delays in construction of new facilities and closures of existing ones, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling the promise of free hospitalization for veterans. The document also calls for efforts to support veterans and alleviate their desperate needs through initiatives such as the \"Hour of Sharing\" campaign."]](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_0046_thumbnail.jpg "Veterans Hospital Crisis: Urgent Need for Action in Southern California")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas is a prominent figure in American politics who demonstrates that political activity does not need to compromise femininity. She is described as a woman who is capable, natural, and unassuming, with a strong presence and effective communication skills. Douglas is admired for her dedication to her work and her ability to engage in debates without relying on typical feminine adornments or mannerisms. She is seen as a courageous and capable leader who is respected by her colleagues."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0000-Campaign%20Materials%20Circulars,%201950/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0006_thumbnail.jpg "The GOP's Road to Oblivion: Democratic Progress in Riverside County")
![["The document provides Richard Nixon's voting record during the 2nd session of the 80th Congress in 1948. It lists the roll call votes he participated in and whether he was present, absent, voted yea, or voted nay. The document also includes a summary of Nixon's attendance."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Voting Record of Richard Nixon in the 80th Congress")
![["Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas addresses the Business and Professional Women's Club of Fresno, California on the topic of \"Woman's Status in a Changing World.\" She discusses her experience as a woman member of Congress, the personal sacrifices required, and the importance of women's perspectives in public life. Douglas emphasizes the need for women to enter politics as individuals, not solely as women, and highlights the unique concerns and capabilities that women bring to political decision-making. She advocates for more women to be involved in government, believing that their perspectives could help solve issues that threaten world peace."]](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_0031_thumbnail.jpg "Support for the Engle-Scudder Bill: A Call for Action in the Sacramento Valley")
![["The document is a letter discussing the voting records of Richard Nixon and Vito Marcantonio, as well as Helen Gahagan Douglas, in the 80th and 81st Congresses. It highlights the similarities in voting patterns between Nixon and Marcantonio, especially in foreign affairs. The document also mentions the use of voting records for political purposes and includes tabulations of the votes."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0000-Pink%20Sheet%20of%20Nixon%20on%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20in%201950%20Campaign/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Analysis of Total Popular Vote and Candidate's Vote Percentage in Primary Elections 1950")
![["Mrs. Mary T. Hogan is expressing her concerns about Helen Gahagan Douglas, a candidate for United States Senator, and highlighting her lack of representation, confused voting record, lack of legislative contributions, and poor attendance and voting record in Congress. Hogan is urging fellow clubwomen not to support Douglas solely based on her gender, and instead consider other more worthy candidates."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0000-Pink%20Sheet%20of%20Nixon%20on%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20in%201950%20Campaign/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0016_thumbnail.jpg "Richard Nixon: A Man of Integrity and Leadership")
![["Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas proposed amendments to aid to Greece and Turkey, requiring political reforms and United Nations supervision. She argued against unilateral military assistance to Turkey and urged bringing the issue before the United Nations Security Council. Douglas' opposition to the aid bill was not due to communist influence, as other conservative members also voted against it. She believed unilateral action could lead to war and advocated for a more cautious approach."]](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_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Tricky Dick Nixon's Troubling Record on Korea")
![["Herbert C. Legg expresses confidence in victory for Mayor Bowron, opposing the recall effort. Supporters make last-minute efforts to secure a record vote. Democratic leaders also rally behind Bowron, denouncing the recall attempt. Mayor Bowron is praised for his honest and efficient administration. Opposition to Proposition 1, which could result in increased property taxes, is also highlighted. Both parties urge their members to ensure a strong voter turnout on election day."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Nixon Leads in Senate Race: California Poll Results")