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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_6_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Battle for California: Congressman Richard Nixon vs. Congresswoman Helen Douglas
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Labor movement--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_6_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE FOR CONGRESSMAN RICHARD NIXON: THE RACE FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Labor movement--United States, Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Battle for California: Richard Nixon vs. Helen Douglas for United States Senator
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Policy Area:
- Public Lands and Natural Resources, Armed Forces and National Security
- Topic:
- Labor movement--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- California's Education Crisis: The Need for Federal Aid
- Date:
- 1950-02-28
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Banks and banking--United States, Employment & social affairs, Labor movement--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Advocating for Housing Reform: A Speech by Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas of California
- Date:
- 1950-03-22
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Labor movement--United States, Agricultural laws and legislation--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0036
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Moral Problem of Repealing the 160-Acre Limitation
- Date:
- 1950-08-14
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Labor movement--United States, Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_017_3_170_4_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Glenn Lee English, Jr. Collection
- Title:
- Expanding Opportunities: Job Corps Data and Progress in 1981
- Date:
- 1987-02-10
- Creator:
- English, Glenn Lee, 1940-
- Topic:
- Labor laws and legislation, Labor movement--United States
- Congress:
- 100th (1987-1989)
![["The Republican Party in Southern California is requesting contributions from individuals and organizations to fund their campaign. They emphasize that they do not have union assessments or rely on featherbed jobs for funding. Contributions can be made to the United Republican Finance Committee of California or to Henry T. Mudd, Treasurer. Contributions will be used to support all Republican candidates unless specified otherwise."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_6_0000-Nixon%20Kickoff%20Speech%20and%20others/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_6_0002_thumbnail.jpg "The Battle for California: Congressman Richard Nixon vs. Congresswoman Helen Douglas")
![["John J. Knezevich, a publisher from California, is urging his fellow publishers to support Richard Nixon for United States Senator, not based on party affiliation but on the best interests of the American people. Knezevich emphasizes the critical times and the need to oppose communism, stating that Nixon is the best candidate for the job. He provides Nixon's opponent's voting record for consideration."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_6_0000-Nixon%20Kickoff%20Speech%20and%20others/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_6_0008_thumbnail.jpg "CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE FOR CONGRESSMAN RICHARD NIXON: THE RACE FOR UNITED STATES SENATOR")
![["The document is urging Americans to elect Congressman Richard Nixon as United States Senator, highlighting his role in exposing the Hiss-Chambers espionage case and his support for lower taxes, national defense, small business, and various other policies. It emphasizes Nixon's strong work ethic, dedication to his job, and commitment to serving the country. The document also includes endorsements from political observers and quotes praising Nixon's energy and hard work."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "The Battle for California: Richard Nixon vs. Helen Douglas for United States Senator")
![["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 a civil rights issue but also crucial for national defense, economic self-interest, and moral principles. Discrimination hinders economic progress and damages America's reputation globally. Douglas emphasizes the need for legislation to address increasing discrimination in employment, as evidenced by unemployment rates among non-Whites and job requests specifying \"White only.\" Discrimination is pushing minority workers into lower-paying jobs, hindering their advancement. Douglas asserts that fair employment practices are not only a moral imperative but also essential for the nation's productivity and preservation of the free enterprise system."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "California's Education Crisis: The Need for Federal Aid")
![["In a speech to Congress, Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas discusses the importance of water and power resources in California. She emphasizes the need for proper conservation and development of these resources in order to maintain a high standard of living and create more jobs. Douglas highlights the impact of water shortages and erosion on agriculture in the state, and calls for a statewide program for the efficient use of water resources. She also mentions the role of organized labor in supporting projects like the Central Valley project for the benefit of California's economy and population."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Advocating for Housing Reform: A Speech by Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas of California")
![["In this text, Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas expresses her beliefs about the role of government in promoting the welfare of the people, protecting freedom and democracy, and ensuring economic security. She emphasizes the importance of government assistance in providing housing, jobs, and opportunities for education, as well as protecting small businesses and workers' rights. She also advocates for foreign policies that support free governments and oppose totalitarianism. Douglas asserts her belief in American democracy and the need to preserve it in order to combat the spread of communism. She highlights her work in the House of Representatives and pledges to continue fighting for these principles in the Senate."]](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_0036_thumbnail.jpg "The Moral Problem of Repealing the 160-Acre Limitation")
![["The AFL-CIO Appalachian Council was established in 1964 and aims to create a better life for the people in the Appalachian region through various initiatives and programs."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Glenn%20Lee%20English,%20Jr.%20Collection/CAC_CC_017_3_170_4_0000-English%20Labor,%20Employment%20and%20Training%20Administration,%20Job%20Corps%20Data,%201981/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_017_3_170_4_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Expanding Opportunities: Job Corps Data and Progress in 1981")
