Strategies for Democratic Senate Campaign Success in 1948, 1948-08-31

Item — Box: 6, Folder: 42

Identifier: CAC_CC_053_1_6_42_0012

Scope and Contents

The text is a letter discussing strategies to retake control of the Senate for the Democratic Party in the upcoming election. Suggestions include retaining current Democratic personnel and adding more Democrats, focusing on key states like New Mexico, Colorado, Montana, and Tennessee, and targeting states with the best prospects for Democratic gains. The letter also mentions setting up headquarters in Washington D.C. and paying special attention to Democratic Postmasters to mobilize Democratic voters.

Dates

Creation: 1948-08-31

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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