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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Employment Assistance Act of 1950: Addressing Unemployment in California and Beyond
- Date:
- 1949-05-11
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0009
- 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 Resource Conservation
- Date:
- 1949-05-11
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Democratic Choice: Nixon for United States Senate
- Date:
- 1949-08-18
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0035
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Expanding Social Security: The ABC's of the New Law
- Date:
- 1949-09-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Farm legislation--United States, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- A Day to Remember: October 14, 1950
- Date:
- 1949-10-05
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism, Environmental Protection
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0028
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The United Nations Action in Korea: A Decisive Day in World History
- Date:
- 1949-10-06
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Agricultural laws and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Champion for Rent Control and Foreign Policy
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Optometrists' Contributions for Helen Gahagan Douglas Campaign Headquarters
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Health, Native Americans
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Empowering Women in Politics: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Housing policy--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0022
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Optometrists: A Letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Communism, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas addresses the California Federation of Young Democrats in 1950, praising the United Nations' decision to take action in Korea following an invasion from the North. She highlights the importance of collective security and the role of the US in supporting the Security Council resolution. Douglas also discusses the historical context of Korea's division following World War II and the need for international intervention to prevent further aggression. She emphasizes the threat of Soviet expansion and the importance of the UN's actions in Korea to prevent future conflicts."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "The Employment Assistance Act of 1950: Addressing Unemployment in California and Beyond")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas discusses a rider attached to the Interior Appropriations Bill in the 80th Congress that aimed to remove certain officials from the Bureau of Reclamation, who were in favor of public power and land limitations. Despite efforts from the President and the House, the rider was not repealed, causing delays in various government operations and affecting thousands of individuals. The fight between private power interests and the Democratic Party continues, with Senator Downey leading new attacks on the Bureau of Reclamation."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a Civilian Conservation Corps: A Solution for Unemployment and Resource Conservation")
![["The document discusses the Mundt Bill, a proposed legislation aimed at combating communism by targeting individuals and organizations deemed to be communist or communist sympathizers. The bill establishes a Subversive Activities Board and imposes penalties for those found to be associated with communist activities. The document highlights opposition to the bill from various organizations and newspapers, citing concerns about civil rights violations and discrimination. The document also criticizes the bill for its indirect approach to targeting communists and warns of potential negative consequences for minority groups and organizations. Ultimately, The document argues against the bill, stating that it undermines constitutional rights and is discriminatory."]](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_0003_thumbnail.jpg "The Democratic Choice: Nixon for United States Senate")
![["The Presbyterian Synod expresses alarm at efforts to repeal the 160-acre water limitation in California, stating that it would harm small farmers and benefit large landowners. The report highlights the moral problem involved in repealing the limitation and discusses the potential coercion in acreage limitation provisions. The report also addresses the potential benefits of maintaining the limitation for farmers in the Central Valley Project."]](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_0035_thumbnail.jpg "Expanding Social Security: The ABC's of the New Law")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas, a candidate for the United States Senate, was doused with water and hay by the Skull and Dagger society while trying to deliver a political address at the University of Southern California. The incident sparked campus-wide protests and criticism. The university president offered apologies to Douglas, and some of the students involved expressed regret for their actions. Douglas continued her speech, discussing the threat of Communism and the need for progressive measures in Congress."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "A Day to Remember: October 14, 1950")
![["Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas has proposed bills to re-establish a Civilian Conservation Corps with an enrollment of between 150,000 and 200,000 young men. The Corps would provide valuable work and educational experiences while also addressing the issue of youth unemployment. The program would be voluntary, last one to two years, and provide a monthly pay of $60 plus benefits. The estimated cost of the program is $400 million a year, but Representative Douglas believes it will yield significant returns in terms of human and natural resources. The Corps would be non-military and overseen by a Commission consisting of the Secretaries of Interior and Agriculture."]](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_0028_thumbnail.jpg "The United Nations Action in Korea: A Decisive Day in World History")
![["President Truman and Democratic Senator Sheridan Downey accuse Helen Douglas of not being a true Democrat due to her voting record, which they claim shows support for Communist interests. They criticize her for opposing aid to Greece and Turkey, voting against important security measures, and aligning with Communist sympathizers. They question her loyalty to the Democratic party and her ability to serve as a senator. They urge Democrats to vote for Richard Nixon, who they believe is a more qualified candidate."]](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_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Champion for Rent Control and Foreign Policy")
![["The document provides information on the population, voter registration, endorsed candidates, and how various politicians voted on different issues in the 62nd Assembly District. It also includes details on the Democratic and Republican primary votes, as well as how assemblymen voted on issues related to labor rights, workmen's compensation, housing, fair employment practices, and health insurance."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "Optometrists' Contributions for Helen Gahagan Douglas Campaign Headquarters")
![["The San Francisco News provides an analysis of the voting records of the two candidates, Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas and Representative Richard Nixon, in the upcoming Senate race in California. Douglas has consistently supported the Truman Administration's policies, while Nixon has mostly opposed them. The analysis covers a range of issues including housing, defense, loyalty programs, and taxation. Voters are encouraged to study the candidates' records before making their decision."]](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_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Empowering Women in Politics: A Call to Action")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas, a Democratic Representative from California, is running against Senator Sheridan Downey in the 1950 Senatorial campaign. The main issue is the tidelands oil battle, with Douglas supporting the Supreme Court ruling awarding the tidelands to the Federal Government, while Downey advocates for state ownership. Douglas is a progressive legislator known for her work in Congress and relationships with influential figures like F.D.R. She faces a tough battle against Downey, who has the support of big landowners and oilmen. The primary election will be held in June, and the campaign is expected to be heated, with Douglas facing accusations of being a socialist or communist by some Republicans. Despite the challenges, Douglas remains committed to her principles and the common man."]](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_0022_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Optometrists: A Letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas")