Correspondence Between Congressman James R. Jones and Dan B. McDevitt on Federal Spending and the U.S. Economy, 1975, 1975-02-15

Item

Identifier: CAC_CC_109_4_22_36_0016

Scope and Contents

The text is a letter from Congressman James R. Jones to Dan McDevitt discussing the need to reduce non-essential federal spending, particularly General Revenue Sharing. Jones mentions a bill he is working on and urges McDevitt to support it. McDevitt also sends a letter to Jones outlining his concerns about deficit spending, inflation, and the need for government action to stimulate the economy. He suggests cutting federal jobs, releasing funds for capital projects, cutting overseas spending, and promoting exports. McDevitt urges Jones to take action immediately to prevent a potential "Democratic Depression."

Dates

Creation: 1975-02-15

Creator

Jones, James Robert (Jim), United States Ambassador to Mexico (1993-1997); Chair of the House Budget Committee (1981-1985); U.S. House of Representatives from Oklahoma's 1st district (1973-1987), 1939- (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

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