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- 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_171_3_0008
- 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 Conservation Challenges in America
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Banks and banking--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0026
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas Exposes Rising Food Prices and Calls for Action
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Business--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- A Comparative Analysis of Voting Patterns: Helen Gahagan Douglas vs. Richard Nixon in the 80th Congress, 1947-48
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Leader for Progress and Peace
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Communism, Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Challenges and Solutions for Older Workers: A Call to Action by Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1950-01-28
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Education--United States, Employment & social affairs
- 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_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Statement from Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas Regarding George H. McLain's Pension Scheme
- Date:
- 1950-03-08
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Labor laws and legislation, Employment & social affairs
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0009
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- A Call for Equality: Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas' Support of H.R. 792
- Date:
- 1950-05-15
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Employment & social affairs, Education--United States
- 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)
![["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")
![["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 about protecting the basic right to seek a livelihood without discrimination, but also about promoting national defense, economic self-interest, and moral principles. Douglas emphasizes that fair employment practices are good for business and essential for America's productive capacity. She believes that fair treatment for minorities is crucial for the country's moral and spiritual leadership in the world and for maintaining trust with other nations. Discrimination hinders economic progress and undermines the promise of democracy. Douglas presents evidence of increasing discrimination in employment and the negative impact it has on minority groups. She argues that legislation is necessary to address this issue and ensure equal opportunities for all Americans."]](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_0008_thumbnail.jpg "Establishing a Civilian Conservation Corps: A Solution for Unemployment and Conservation Challenges in America")
![["Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas endorses a housing program proposed by Chester Bowles to address the housing slump in the country. She emphasizes the urgent need for more housing units to be built to prevent a housing bust and ensure full employment and prosperity. Douglas calls for a goal of building 1.5 million homes per year for the next 10 years, with the government underwriting construction where private enterprise falls short. She also suggests that the government should build modest rental homes to address the affordability issue faced by veterans and low-income families. Douglas highlights the importance of taking action to address the housing crisis and urges Congress to act upon Bowles' proposals."]](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_0026_thumbnail.jpg "Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas Exposes Rising Food Prices and Calls for Action")
![["The document is a report from the Committee on Labor and Public Welfare regarding the Federal Equality of Opportunity in Employment Act. The act aims to prohibit discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, or ancestry. The report includes a list of committee members and a minority statement from Robert A. Taft and Richard M. Nixon."]](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_0011_thumbnail.jpg "A Comparative Analysis of Voting Patterns: Helen Gahagan Douglas vs. Richard Nixon in the 80th Congress, 1947-48")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas gave a speech emphasizing the importance of democracy and the need to defend it against communism. She highlighted the achievements of democracy in the United States and argued that full employment and fair practices can be achieved through the democratic process. Douglas also stressed the importance of free enterprise and individual initiative, while warning against the dangers of intolerance and fear. She emphasized the privileges of democracy, including the right to make mistakes and criticize government officials. Overall, Douglas advocated for protecting and strengthening democracy in the face of external threats."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Leader for Progress and Peace")
![["Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas is advocating for the passage of a bill to establish a Civilian Conservation Corps to provide work and educational experiences for young people who are unemployed. The program would focus on conservation efforts in areas such as land, forests, animals, and water resources. The bill has been carefully designed to ensure it does not interfere with existing commercial or conservation work, and enrollment would be voluntary for youth aged 17 to 23. The program is seen as a way to address unemployment while also addressing critical conservation needs in the country."]](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_0007_thumbnail.jpg "Challenges and Solutions for Older Workers: A Call to Action by Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["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")
![["Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas proposed creating a special House committee to study the employment problems faced by older workers, as the number of employers unwilling to hire workers over 44 is increasing. She highlighted the physical and physiological changes that occur in older workers but also emphasized their potential value in the workforce. Douglas called for Congress to address the challenges faced by older workers and suggested solutions for both near-old and aging workers. She pointed out the increasing proportion of older individuals in the population and the need for a shift in the treatment and opportunities for older workers in the modern industrial system."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "Statement from Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas Regarding George H. McLain's Pension Scheme")
![["Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas introduced a bill called \"The Employment Assistance Act of 1950\" to address the serious unemployment issues in California and throughout the country. The bill aims to provide immediate and long-term solutions, including direct handling of unemployment areas, government contracts and loans for certified areas, an emergency reserve fund, vocational education and training for unemployed workers, and a long-range program for resources development and public works projects. The bill emphasizes the need for prompt action to address the high levels of unemployment in California and the United States."]](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_0009_thumbnail.jpg "A Call for Equality: Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas' Support of H.R. 792")
![["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")