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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Remembering May Day: A Historical Speech by Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1944-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- laws, Agricultural laws and legislation, Immigrants--Legal status
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0008
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Freedom, Leadership, and the Democratic Process: A Reflection on American Values Amidst Global War
- Date:
- 1944-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Presidential Leadership and the Essence of Freedom in a Time of War
- Date:
- 1944-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Campaign management--United States, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas' Radio Speech on Victory, Peace, and American Progress (May 2, 1944)
- Date:
- 1944-05-02
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 78th (1943-1945)
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas spoke at a CIO rally on May Day, emphasizing the significance of the day in labor history and the struggle for workers' rights. She discussed the injustice faced by labor leaders in the past, particularly John P. Altgeld, who pardoned three men wrongly convicted in the Haymarket affair. Altgeld's actions led to his political downfall, but he stood by his principles and fought for justice."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0000-Speeches,%20Remarks,%20Manuscript%20Notes,%201922-1951/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Remembering May Day: A Historical Speech by Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The document emphasizes the importance of freedom and democracy in America, highlighting the significance of the national election and the responsibility of choosing a capable leader. It stresses the need for experienced leadership to navigate wartime challenges, ensure post-war prosperity, and support the troops. The Democratic Party is portrayed as the party of the people, focused on the interests and well-being of American citizens. The administration is credited for efficiently managing the war effort and maintaining economic stability. Ultimately, The document calls for unity, sacrifice, and a commitment to upholding American values and freedoms."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0000-Speeches,%20Remarks,%20Manuscript%20Notes,%201922-1951/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Freedom, Leadership, and the Democratic Process: A Reflection on American Values Amidst Global War")
![["The document discusses the importance of freedom and the responsibility that comes with it. It talks about the need for the people to choose a president who values the real wealth of a nation as its people. It emphasizes the importance of self-discipline, sacrifices, and good leadership in maintaining freedom. The document also mentions the significance of the two-party system in American politics."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0000-Speeches,%20Remarks,%20Manuscript%20Notes,%201922-1951/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Presidential Leadership and the Essence of Freedom in a Time of War")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas delivered a radio speech in May 1944, emphasizing the importance of achieving victory in the war and ensuring a just and lasting peace. She highlighted the need for proper planning to make use of the country's productive capacity after the war to improve the standard of living for all Americans. Douglas criticized those who feared overproduction, arguing that with proper planning and full employment, overproduction would not be an issue. She called for progress and advancement, not regression, in the post-war era."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0000-Speeches,%20Remarks,%20Manuscript%20Notes,%201922-1951/thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Helen Gahagan Douglas' Radio Speech on Victory, Peace, and American Progress (May 2, 1944)")