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Helen Gahagan Douglas's 1944 Radio Speech: Women's Role in the Election and the Pursuit of Global Peace, 1944-10-29

 Item — Box: 151, Folder: 1
Identifier: CAC_CC_014_5_151_1_0016
Helen Gahagan Douglas's 1944 Radio Speech: Women's Role in the Election and the Pursuit of Global Peace, 1944-10-29
Helen Gahagan Douglas's 1944 Radio Speech: Women's Role in the Election and the Pursuit of Global Peace, 1944-10-29

Scope and Contents

Helen Gahagan Douglas emphasizes the importance of women being thoughtful and responsible in the upcoming election, as it will determine war or peace in the future. She argues that the Democratic Party, led by President Roosevelt, is better equipped to maintain peace and security, while the Republican Party has not shown the same understanding. Various prominent figures and publications support Roosevelt's re-election, citing his experience and leadership in international affairs. Douglas urges people 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

Abstract

78th (1943-1945)

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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