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- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_171_3_0021
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas Fights for the TEW Housing Bill
- Date:
- 1948-06-03
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Education, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Education, Elementary--United States
- Congress:
- 80th (1947-1949)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_5_172_9_0006
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- The Campaign for Change: Helen Gahagan Douglas for United States Senator
- Date:
- 1950-04-11
- Creator:
- Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Education, Elementary--United States
- Congress:
- 81st (1949-1951)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- The Sonic Boom Controversy: A Call for Action
- Date:
- 1964-03-23
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0042
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Letter to Senator Monroney: Support for Sonic Boom Studies and Opposition to Civil Rights Bill
- Date:
- 1964-06-04
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0043
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Concerns of Mrs. Bill Burwell: Sonic Booms and Civil Rights
- Date:
- 1964-06-06
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0069
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- A. S. "Mike" Monroney Collection
- Title:
- Sonic Boom Studies: Concerns and Advocacy
- Date:
- 1964-06-24
- Creator:
- Monroney, A. S. Mike (Almer Stillwell Mike), 1902-1980
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Aeronautics
- Congress:
- 88th (1963-1965)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0030
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Fred R. Harris Collection
- Title:
- A Journey of Perseverance: The Life of William Carey
- Date:
- 1965-01-01
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--United States
- Congress:
- 89th (1965-1967)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0007
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- John N. "Happy" Camp Collection
- Title:
- "Timeline and Details of the Wounded Knee Incident Involving Manuel Lujan Jr. and AIM"
- Date:
- 1967-01-01
- Creator:
- Lujan Jr., Manuel, 1928-2019
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- United States, Religion, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Armed Forces
- Congress:
- 92nd (1971-1973), 91st (1969-1971), 90th (1967-1969), 93rd (1973-1975)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_014_8.12_9_53_0011
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Helen Gahagan Douglas Collection
- Title:
- Praise for Dr. Frank's dedication to service and belief in justice, fair play.
- Date:
- 1969-03-05
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Commerce, Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Topic:
- Courts--United States
- Congress:
- 90th (1967-1969)
- Identifier:
- CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0003
- Contributing Institution:
- Carl Albert Congressional Research and Studies Center, University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK
- Collection:
- Dewey F. Bartlett Collection
- Title:
- Seeking Equal Rights and Fair Representation: Full Blood Creek Indians Meeting
- Date:
- 1971/1978
- Creator:
- unknown
- Policy Area:
- Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues, Native Americans
- Names:
- Muscogee (Creek) Nation, Oklahoma
- Topic:
- Indians of North America--Claims, Indians of North America--Oklahoma, Constituents' communication with members of the U.S. Congress
- Congress:
- 94th (1975-1977), 92nd (1971-1973), 95th (1977-1979), 93rd (1973-1975)
![["In her speech, Helen Gahagan Douglas discusses the urgent need for Federal aid to education in California due to the rapid population growth and lack of industrial property to tax for school funding. She highlights the increasing number of children in need of education, the shortage of classrooms, and the necessity for more teachers. Douglas emphasizes the importance of providing equal educational opportunities for all children, regardless of their location or socioeconomic background."]](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_0021_thumbnail.jpg "Congresswoman Helen Gahagan Douglas Fights for the TEW Housing Bill")
![["Helen Gahagan Douglas argues for the need for Federal aid to education in California, despite it being one of the richest states. Population growth has created a crisis in schools, with a shortage of classrooms and teachers. The state is struggling to keep up with the demand, and Douglas emphasizes the importance of providing equal educational opportunities for all children."]](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_0006_thumbnail.jpg "The Campaign for Change: Helen Gahagan Douglas for United States Senator")
![["Mrs. E. L. Brimmer expresses concerns about the sonic boom studies being conducted in Oklahoma City, citing property damage and public opposition. She urges Hon. A.S. Mike Monroney to take a stand on the issue and requests compensation for damages to her property. Monroney acknowledges the concerns raised by Brimmer and emphasizes the importance of public opinion in shaping national programs. Brimmer continues to express dissatisfaction with the lack of opposition to the sonic boom experiments and urges Monroney to reconsider his stance."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0007_thumbnail.jpg "The Sonic Boom Controversy: A Call for Action")
![["Dr. Johnny A. Blue urges Senator Mike Monroney to continue Sonic Boom Studies in Oklahoma City for the advancement of aviation and defense, despite some inconvenience. He also asks the Senator to vote against the Civil Rights Bill as it stands, stating that while equal opportunities are important, the federal government should not dictate where people live, go to school, or associate with others."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0042_thumbnail.jpg "Letter to Senator Monroney: Support for Sonic Boom Studies and Opposition to Civil Rights Bill")
![["Mrs. Bill Burwell writes to Senator Monroney expressing concerns about sonic booms in Oklahoma causing damage to her house and the Civil Rights Bill. Senator Monroney responds, assuring her that the Federal Aviation Agency will investigate the issue of sonic booms and that the Civil Rights Bill has been given sufficient consideration in the Senate."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0043_thumbnail.jpg "Concerns of Mrs. Bill Burwell: Sonic Booms and Civil Rights")
![["The first letter acknowledges the concerns about sonic boom studies in Oklahoma City and discusses the importance of collecting data for future analysis. The writer expresses concern about the methods used by agencies responsible for the project and promises to forward the letter to the FAA. The second letter, addressed to Senator Monroney, expresses opposition to the continuation of the sonic boom studies due to the perceived invasion of personal rights and property damage caused by the booms. The writer also criticizes the dissemination of false information by FAA representatives and highlights the need for objective evaluation of the booms' effects."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/A.%20S.%20Mike%20Monroney%20Collection,%201938-1968/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0000-Sonic%20Booms,%201964/thumbnails/CAC_CC_038_8_47_4_0069_thumbnail.jpg "Sonic Boom Studies: Concerns and Advocacy")
![["The document is thanking Senator Harris for his support and discussing a proposal for a Small Business Development Center. It also addresses the issue of urban Indians being disconnected from mainstream society and proposes a dietary component to address their health needs. The document expresses gratitude towards Senator Harris and hopes for his continued success in his role as a United States Senator."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Fred%20R.%20Harris%20Collection/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%201966/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_026_1_41_13_0030_thumbnail.jpg "A Journey of Perseverance: The Life of William Carey")
![["Manuel Lujan, Jr. is a member of the Congress of the United States representing the 1st District of New Mexico. He is part of the Interior and Insular Affairs Committee and the Joint Committee on Atomic Energy. The document also provides a detailed timeline of the Wounded Knee Incident that took place from February 27, 1973, to April 6, 1973, involving the American Indian Movement (AIM) seizing the Pine Ridge Trading Post in South Dakota. Multiple negotiations and exchanges of fire occurred before a ceasefire agreement was reached. There were also challenges with different factions of AIM claiming leadership during the negotiations."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/John%20N.%20Happy%20Camp%20Collection/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0000-Committee%20on%20Interior%20and%20Insular%20Affairs%20Wounded%20Knee,%201972-1974/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_009_2_67_7_0007_thumbnail.jpg "\"Timeline and Details of the Wounded Knee Incident Involving Manuel Lujan Jr. and AIM\"")
![["In this open letter to President Nixon, Dr. Taylor discusses the issue of water distribution and acreage limitations under reclamation law. He highlights the importance of ensuring that benefits from government expenditures are widely distributed and not monopolized by a few landowners. Taylor expresses concern about efforts to undermine the law through legal challenges and urges the government to uphold the law by appealing a recent court decision that favored large landowners. He emphasizes the need for transparency and adherence to the law in the distribution of water and subsidies."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Helen%20Gahagan%20Douglas%20Collection/CAC_CC_014_8.12_9_53_0000-National%20Advisory%20Committee%20on%20Farm%20Labor,%201960-1969/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_014_8.12_9_53_0011_thumbnail.jpg "Praise for Dr. Frank's dedication to service and belief in justice, fair play.")
![["The Full Blood Creek Indians are holding a meeting in Weleetka, Oklahoma to seek equal rights and fair representation for the Creek Indians. They believe that the U.S. Government has not been supportive of their rights and are seeking legal answers to their problems. They are also discussing the need for a Creek council and fair representation in tribal matters. They emphasize the importance of unity and standing up for their beliefs to protect their land and trust funds."]](https://jones-2.s3.amazonaws.com/Dewey%20F.%20Bartlett%20Collection/Subject,%201946-1978-CAC_CC_003_2_0000_0000_0000/CAC_CC_003_2_28_0000-Indian%20Affairs,%20Creek%20Nation,%201971%20Sept.%20-%201978%20June.,%201971-1978/Thumbnails/CAC_CC_003_2_30_28_0003_thumbnail.jpg "Seeking Equal Rights and Fair Representation: Full Blood Creek Indians Meeting")