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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_7_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Clarifying Misinformation: A Letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-03-29
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Defending Democracy: My Democratic Credo
- Date:
- 1946-03-29
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- In Defense of Democracy: A Speech on Communism and American Values
- Date:
- 1946-03-29
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism, Education--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0017
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Statement on Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors' Ordinance to Combat Communist Activity
- Date:
- 1946-04-18
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Civil rights--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Dangers of Inflation: A Call to Support OPA Price Control
- Date:
- 1946-04-30
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Environmental Protection
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Fight for Price Control: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1946-06-24
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.12_9_24_0001
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- McCormick thanks Douglas for joining Heart Fund Campaign, requests authorization.
- Date:
- 1946-06-25
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0015
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Statement on Supporting the State of Israel: Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas, 1948
- Date:
- 1946-08-02
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Political corruption
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_164_33_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Mundt-Nixon Bill: A Threat to Civil Rights and Freedom
- Date:
- 1946-10-17
- Creator:
- Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972
- Policy Area:
- Native Americans, Health
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_6_184_6_0014
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Testimony of Grace L. Haynes: Trip to Santa Monica
- Date:
- 1946-11-02
- Creator:
- Douglas, Melvyn
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["Mrs. Mary T. Hogan writes to fellow clubwomen, urging them not to support Helen Gahagan Douglas for United States Senator. She criticizes Douglas' voting record and lack of legislative accomplishments, and argues that women should not be swayed by gender alone when choosing a candidate."]](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_0001_thumbnail.jpg "Clarifying Misinformation: A Letter from Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The speaker discusses his views on communism and democracy, emphasizing his belief in democracy and the importance of maintaining it in the face of communist challenges. He highlights the achievements of democracy in the United States and expresses his jealousy for its reputation and accomplishments. The speaker also reflects on his respect for the government and Congress as symbols of freedom and democracy."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0000-Spring-June,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Defending Democracy: My Democratic Credo")
![["The speaker discusses his views on communism and democracy, stating that communism does not pose a real threat to democracy. He emphasizes the importance of democracy and its achievements, stating that democracy has provided more freedom and higher living standards than any other form of government. The speaker is protective of democracy and its institutions, expressing a desire to not have its accomplishments attributed to communism. He also discusses the importance of freedom of speech and the government serving the people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0000-Spring-June,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0005_thumbnail.jpg "In Defense of Democracy: A Speech on Communism and American Values")
![["The document is a form for registered Democrats in California who support Nixon for United States Senator. They can choose to help in various ways such as sending out postal cards, literature, addressing envelopes, speaking at meetings, making financial contributions, and more. There is no obligation involved."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0000-Nixon-Clippings/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0017_thumbnail.jpg "Statement on Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors' Ordinance to Combat Communist Activity")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas expresses her support for price control and the continuation of the OPA in a speech to Congress on June 25, 1946. She argues that abandoning price control would be disastrous for the economy and compares it to the devastation of the atomic bomb in Hiroshima. Douglas criticizes a bill that she believes will lead to inflation and higher prices, stating that it will only give the American people an illusion of protection. She ultimately refuses to vote for the bill, believing it would not benefit the American people."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0000-Spring-June,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0010_thumbnail.jpg "The Dangers of Inflation: A Call to Support OPA Price Control")
![["Charles P. McCormick, Chairman of McCormick & Company, expresses his gratitude to Helen Gahagan Douglas for accepting an invitation to serve on the National Committee of Sponsors for the 1959 Heart Fund Campaign. He emphasizes the importance of her support and asks her to fill out an authorization form required by law in New York State."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0000-Spring-June,%201946/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0011_thumbnail.jpg "The Fight for Price Control: A Call to Action")
![["Norman Cousins invites Helen Gahagan Douglas to a private briefing with Senator Joseph Clark about his trip to Vietnam and Secretary Rusk's appearance before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. The event will take place on March 30 at the Harvard Club. Cousins hopes Douglas can attend with her family."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.12_9_24_0000-Invitations-correspondence,%201958-1977/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.12_9_24_0001_thumbnail.jpg "McCormick thanks Douglas for joining Heart Fund Campaign, requests authorization.")
![["Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas criticizes the United States for not supporting the United Nations decision on Palestine, calling it a betrayal of international agreements and a retreat to power politics. She argues that the US should have taken a firm stand to prevent violence and support democracy in the region. Douglas believes that the US backing down sets a dangerous precedent and will only lead to more violence in Palestine. She urges for strong and principled leadership to uphold international decisions."]](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_0015_thumbnail.jpg "Statement on Supporting the State of Israel: Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas, 1948")
![["The document discusses the smear campaign by Republicans against Democratic leaders Helen Gahagan Douglas and James Roosevelt, using tactics similar to Hitler. They are accused of accepting backing from the medical lobby and engaging in a malicious plot against President Truman's health program. Despite the smear campaign, Democratic leaders and supporters rally around Douglas and Roosevelt, emphasizing their qualifications and integrity. The document also highlights the support of prominent leaders for the Democratic candidates."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Mundt-Nixon Bill: A Threat to Civil Rights and Freedom")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas states that the statements claiming she has been in Moscow, traveled in Russia, and had discussions with Stalin are false. She has never been to Moscow or any part of Russia, and has never met or spoken to Stalin. The statement was sworn before a notary on October 31, 1946."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_6_184_6_0000-Smear-Communist,%20Los%20Angeles%20Times,%201953/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_6_184_6_0014_thumbnail.jpg "Testimony of Grace L. Haynes: Trip to Santa Monica")