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Helen Gahagan Douglas' 1944 Radio Speech: A Call for Women's Active Participation in Election and Pursuit of Peace, 1944-10-29

 Item — Box: 151, Folder: 1
Identifier: CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0014
Helen Gahagan Douglas' 1944 Radio Speech: A Call for Women's Active Participation in Election and Pursuit of Peace, 1944-10-29
Helen Gahagan Douglas' 1944 Radio Speech: A Call for Women's Active Participation in Election and Pursuit of Peace, 1944-10-29

Scope and Contents

Helen Gahagan Douglas discusses the importance of the upcoming election in terms of war and peace. She argues that the Democratic party, led by President Roosevelt, is better equipped to handle international issues and maintain peace. She cites the support of prominent Republicans and political leaders who are endorsing Roosevelt for re-election. Douglas urges listeners to vote for Roosevelt and a Democratic Congress on November 7th.

Dates

  • Creation: 1944-10-29

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

English

Full Extent

4 pages