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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_170_7_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Son of Heaven: Reading to Remember
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Expanding Social Security: A Commitment to Human Dignity and Security
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- 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_173_7_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- House Roll Call Votes on Fiscal Year 1951 Appropriations and Other Bills
- Date:
- 1950-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Agricultural laws and legislation
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["The document discusses the importance of Christian youth supporting the Jewish people and their efforts in Palestine. It highlights the historical connection between Judaism and Christianity, the moral values shared by both religions, and the positive impact of Jewish settlers in Palestine. It also addresses the tragic events of the Holocaust and the ongoing persecution faced by Jewish survivors. The document emphasizes the need for cooperation and support for the Jewish people in building a democratic and peaceful society in Palestine."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "The Son of Heaven: Reading to Remember")
![["Representative Helen Gahagan Douglas criticized Senator Downey for not clearly stating his stance on George H. McLain's pension scheme, which she believes would impoverish elderly citizens. She offered an analysis by Nelson H. Cruikshank, Director of Social Insurance Activities at the American Federation of Labor, who criticized McLain's lack of understanding of social insurance and labeled his characterization of current beneficiaries as \"special privilege\" groups as inaccurate. Douglas and the AFL-CIO aim to improve the Social Security system rather than completely replace it, as McLain suggests."]](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_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Expanding Social Security: A Commitment to Human Dignity and Security")
![["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 emphasizes the importance of planning for peace in a post-war world in her impassioned address on the CBS network program \"Congress Speaks.\" She criticizes Congress for focusing on investigating Pearl Harbor instead of planning for the future. Douglas urges unity, goal-setting, and action to ensure world peace and prosperity. She highlights the need to address housing shortages for veterans and emphasizes the danger of isolationism and lack of planning for the future. Douglas calls for a focus on rebuilding and unity to prevent future conflicts. She emphasizes the importance of learning from history and the need for urgent action to secure a peaceful future."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0000-Miscellaneous/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0020_thumbnail.jpg "House Roll Call Votes on Fiscal Year 1951 Appropriations and Other Bills")