Why You Should Vote for Truman and Barkley: A Message from Democratic Presidential Elector Patrick W. McDonough, 1948-10-25

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 43

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_1_6_43_0001

Scope and Contents

Patrick W. McDonough, a Democratic presidential elector in California, spoke in support of President Harry S. Truman and Senator Alben W. Barkley on October 25, 1948. McDonough highlighted the importance of preventing another Republican administration, citing past failures and promising continued progress under Democratic leadership. He criticized the Republican Party for lack of housing and wage policies, and praised the Democratic administration for its success in business and banking stability. McDonough urged voters to support Truman and Barkley in the upcoming election.

Dates

Creation: 1948-10-25

Creator

From the Collection: Thomas, Elmer, United States Senator from Oklahoma (1927-1951); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 6th district (1923-1927); Member of the Oklahoma Senate (1907-1920), 1876-1965 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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