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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_2_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Legislative Actions for Economic Growth: A Look at Prosperity and Policy Decisions
- Date:
- 1950-01-03
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Communism, Land use--Planning
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Labor Union Influence in Government
- Date:
- 1950-01-29
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0033
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Vision for California and the Nation
- Date:
- 1950-02-20
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Education
- Topic:
- Education--United States, Communism, Labor Unions--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0032
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Importance of Women in Public Life: A Discussion by Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1950-04-17
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Quandary in Politics
- Date:
- 1950-07-13
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_6_0010
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Power and Water: Congressman Nixon's Stance for United States Senator
- Date:
- 1950-07-26
- Creator:
- unknown
- Topic:
- Communism
- 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_014_5_172_9_0013
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Future Course of Our Nation and the World: A Call to Action
- Date:
- 1950-08-18
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0020
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Is Mrs. Douglas Putting on a Political Act?
- Date:
- 1950-08-28
- Creator:
- Nixon, Richard Milhous, 1913-1994
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_6_0004
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Appeal: Help Elect Nixon to Senate!
- Date:
- 1950-09-13
- Creator:
- Mudd, Henry T., (1913-1990)
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
![["Congressman Nixon is described as courageous and fearless, particularly for his role in exposing Alger Hiss. A comparison of Nixon and Congresswoman Douglas's records shows differences in their stances on national defense, aid to foreign countries, internal security and communism, taxes and government spending, veterans' issues, socialistic planning, small business support, labor-management relations, tidelands ownership, the Central Valley Project, housing policies, and endorsements from communist newspapers. The People's Daily World labeled Nixon as \"the man to beat\" in the Senate race, indicating support for his candidacy."]](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_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Legislative Actions for Economic Growth: A Look at Prosperity and Policy Decisions")
![["The House Un-American Activities Committee is compiling a blacklist of over 1,000,000 individuals engaged in subversive activities, including Nazis and Communists. They are also creating a \"bible of subversive activities in the United States\" with names of 250,000 people and thousands of organizations. The committee is currently investigating Communism in various sectors and received new funds to continue their work. Some Democrats opposed the resolution, while the American Legion urged legislation to remove Communists from government."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "The Labor Union Influence in Government")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas gave a speech discussing American foreign policy, specifically in response to President Truman's recent address in San Francisco. She emphasized the importance of peace with freedom and justice, and criticized her opponent for his lack of understanding of the communist conspiracy and opposition to measures aimed at strengthening America. Douglas highlighted her support for programs like the Marshall Plan and aid to underdeveloped nations, contrasting it with her opponent's voting record against such initiatives. She also emphasized the importance of domestic policies, such as education, fair wages, and social security, in making America strong."]](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_0033_thumbnail.jpg "Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Vision for California and the Nation")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas is running for United States Senate in California and is giving a speech to voters. She emphasizes her belief in democracy, private enterprise, and the importance of owning property. She also discusses the dangers of labeling democratic efforts as socialist or communist, and stresses the importance of maintaining freedom and democracy to prevent the spread of communism. Douglas opposes the Committee on Un-American Activities and believes in the separation of government powers to protect freedom."]](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_0032_thumbnail.jpg "The Importance of Women in Public Life: A Discussion by Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["The Los Angeles Times explains that they made an error in describing Mrs. Douglas as a Communist in an editorial. They caught the mistake before any papers were distributed and destroyed all copies. They clarify that Mrs. Douglas is not a Communist and express support for Representative Nixon in the upcoming election."]](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_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Helen Gahagan Douglas: A Quandary in Politics")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas responds to accusations made by Richard Nixon during the California Senate race of 1950, stating that Nixon's campaign was designed to create the impression that she was a communist. She references a pink sheet distributed by Nixon's campaign which falsely suggested she supported a pro-communist program. Douglas refutes these claims and questions the motives behind Nixon's tactics."]](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_0010_thumbnail.jpg "Power and Water: Congressman Nixon's Stance for United States Senator")
![["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 writer expresses their concern over Richard Nixon's record on Korea and foreign policy, criticizing his actions and decisions in the past. They highlight Nixon's vote against a bill providing economic aid to Korea and question his motives for doing so. The writer believes that Nixon's actions may have emboldened the Communists and contributed to the current situation in Korea. They urge voters to consider Nixon's past actions before electing him to represent them in Congress."]](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_0013_thumbnail.jpg "The Future Course of Our Nation and the World: A Call to Action")
![["The editorial discusses the upcoming election in California between Richard Nixon and Helen Gahagan Douglas for a senatorial post. It highlights Douglas' voting record, showing that she has consistently voted against measures to curb Communist activities and has been friendly to those plotting the overthrow of the American way of life. The editorial urges voters to carefully study Douglas' record before deciding whether they want her to represent them in the United States Senate."]](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_0020_thumbnail.jpg "Is Mrs. Douglas Putting on a Political Act?")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas responds to accusations made by Nixon during the California Senate race of 1950, stating that his campaign deliberately tried to portray her as a communist. She refutes the claims made on a pink sheet distributed by Nixon's campaign, which suggested she had a close affiliation with a pro-communist Congressman. Douglas questions the tactics used by Nixon's campaign and clarifies her political affiliations during her time in Congress."]](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_0004_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Appeal: Help Elect Nixon to Senate!")