The Big Sell Out: The Space Race with Russia
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_31_6_12_1_0044
Dates
- Creation: March 20, 1962
- Creation: 87th Congress (1961-1963)
Scope and Contents
The letter is in response to Mrs. V. Steinmetz's opposition to a joint space program with the USSR. The writer expresses concerns about sharing achievements with a sworn enemy and emphasizes the need for caution in negotiations with the Russians. They believe that the US is winning the Cold War and shares an article supporting this view. Mrs. Steinmetz expresses her concerns about the potential "sell out" to Russia and the importance of maintaining military superiority.
Language of Materials
English
Creator(s)
Kerr, Robert S. (Robert Samuel), 1896-1963
Congress
87th (1961-1963)
Policy Area
Aeronautics; Government Operations and Politics; Constituent Correspondence
Tribal Affiliation(s)
Non-specified
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository