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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_10_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Nixon Takes on Opponent in Senate Campaign
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0002
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas: Voting Record on Un-American Activities, Foreign Policy, Internal Security, and National Defense
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0005
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Comparing Candidates: Congressman Nixon vs. Mrs. Douglas
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Putting Country Before Party: Why Richard Nixon is the Right Choice for United States Senator
- Date:
- 1945-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- International Affairs
- Topic:
- Communism
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0012
- 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:
- 1945-08-12
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Inflation (Finance)
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0029
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Re-Establishing the Civilian Conservation Corps: A Proposal for a Sustainable Future
- Date:
- 1945-08-12
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Transportation--United States
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0012
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Challenging Un-American Activities: A Call for Dissolution
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Small Business
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0018
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Appeal for Action: Stop the Attacks on Free Speech and Peaceable Assembly
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0024
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Urgent Call to Action: Defend Freedom of Speech Against Thomas Rankin Committee
- Date:
- 1946-01-01
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0019
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Concerns Over the Mundt-Ferguson Bill: A Statement by Helen Gahagan Douglas
- Date:
- 1946-02-27
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Topic:
- Land use--Planning, Indians of North America--Claims
- Congress:
- 79th (1945-1947)
![["The document discusses the recall move against Mayor Bowron, with warnings of underworld involvement and Communist support. It also covers Richard Nixon's campaign for United States Senate, Democrats supporting Gov. Warren over James Roosevelt, and the endorsement of Nixon by various individuals. Additionally, it mentions events such as Nixon Day, a radio broadcast on foreign policy, and the death of a publisher's wife."]](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_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Nixon Takes on Opponent in Senate Campaign")
![["The analysis of the 1950 primary election shows that Nixon had a popular vote advantage over Douglas due to a higher Republican turnout and splitting of Republican votes. Douglas did well in certain counties compared to Rogers, but overall Nixon had a significant lead. There were more Democratic votes cast in the gubernatorial race than the Senate race, indicating a lack of support for Douglas. The governorship race was the main focus of the primary, with Warren's potential nomination in 1952 drawing attention. To generate interest in the Senatorial campaign, key issues will need to be simplified and emphasized in the fall."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0000-Pink%20Sheet%20of%20Nixon%20on%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20in%201950%20Campaign/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0002_thumbnail.jpg "Helen Gahagan Douglas: Voting Record on Un-American Activities, Foreign Policy, Internal Security, and National Defense")
![["The table provides data on the total popular vote in the 1950 primary for key counties, showing the votes for Douglas, Nixon, and the net difference between the two candidates. It also includes information on the candidate's vote as a percentage of registration in 1946 and 1950 for selected counties. Overall, Nixon received more votes than Douglas in the primary."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0000-Pink%20Sheet%20of%20Nixon%20on%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20in%201950%20Campaign/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0005_thumbnail.jpg "Comparing Candidates: Congressman Nixon vs. Mrs. Douglas")
![["Congressman Richard Nixon is running for United States Senator against Congresswoman Helen Douglas in a hotly contested race in California. The differences between the two candidates include their political philosophies, with Nixon being a moderate conservative and Douglas being a radical. Nixon's campaign has highlighted Douglas' voting record aligning with a Communist-line congressman, leading to criticism from Democratic and Republican leaders. Nixon also called for Secretary of State Acheson's resignation, citing a loss of confidence among the people. He appealed for new leadership in foreign relations that both parties can support."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0000-Pink%20Sheet%20of%20Nixon%20on%20Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20in%201950%20Campaign/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_5_173_8_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Putting Country Before Party: Why Richard Nixon is the Right Choice for United States Senator")
![["The document discusses the importance of having a Congress that is focused on winning the peace as much as winning a war. It emphasizes the need for effective legislation to address issues such as food scarcity, inflation, and domestic control of atomic energy. The document highlights the need for a change in Congress members who support progressive policies in order to address these pressing issues and build a warless world."]](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_0012_thumbnail.jpg "The Importance of Women in Public Life: A Discussion by Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas")
![["Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas supports rooting out spies, traitors, and saboteurs, as well as removing subversive elements and poor security risks from government service. She believes in enforcing existing laws to protect the country, but opposes the Mundt-Nixon bill and similar legislation that she believes infringes on liberty and undermines democracy. Douglas is committed to fighting for freedom at home and abroad, and urges legislation to be passed with reason and careful consideration for America's security."]](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_0029_thumbnail.jpg "Re-Establishing the Civilian Conservation Corps: A Proposal for a Sustainable Future")
![["The document discusses the opinions of William Randolph Hearst on censorship in the film and newspaper industries. It questions Hearst's motives and highlights his past associations with controversial figures. The document also reviews two films, \"Key Witness\" and \"Cass Timberlane,\" criticizing the performances and production values. It concludes by cautioning against censorship in the entertainment industry, emphasizing the importance of freedom of the press."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0012_thumbnail.jpg "Challenging Un-American Activities: A Call for Dissolution")
![["The document is a letter expressing concern about the behavior of a committee in the House, specifically towards a witness. The writer hopes for the witness to be acquitted and for the committee to be abolished. The document also praises the recipient for their previous actions."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0018_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Appeal for Action: Stop the Attacks on Free Speech and Peaceable Assembly")
![["The document is urging Honorable Helen Gahagan Douglas to vote against contempt citations for Hollywood motion picture people and to support the Sabbath Resolution to end the Thomas Committee. The document criticizes the Thomas Committee for creating hysteria and using unfair investigation techniques, and emphasizes the importance of upholding democratic procedures and civil liberties. The writer expresses concern for the credibility of the House of Representatives and urges Douglas to take a leading role in fighting against unjust investigations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0000-Un-American%20Activities%20Committee,%20194/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0024_thumbnail.jpg "Urgent Call to Action: Defend Freedom of Speech Against Thomas Rankin Committee")
![["The document discusses the importance of land ownership and the struggle against land monopoly in the Central Valley of California. It highlights the historical significance of the land and the impact on American democracy. The author argues for the protection of the land and the rights of the people who have invested in it. The document also mentions a law that limits the amount of water available for irrigation to prevent private landowners from monopolizing resources. The fate of this law is currently being debated 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_0019_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns Over the Mundt-Ferguson Bill: A Statement by Helen Gahagan Douglas")
