The Threat of McCarthyism: A Letter to Helen Gahagan Douglas, 1947-11-27
Item — Box: 74, Folder: 15
Identifier: CAC_CC_014_3.2_74_15_0051
Worthington Holyday writes to Helen Gahagan Douglas to express support for her stance on the contempt proceedings against Hollywood screenwriters and directors. He criticizes the Thomas-Rankin Committee for labeling organizations as "Communist fronts" and unfairly targeting individuals. Holyday also expresses concern about the growing trend of censorship and suppression of liberal voices in the country.
Dates
- 1947-11-27
Language of Materials
English
Extent
1 Pages
Overview
80th (1947-1949)
Creator
- From the Collection: Douglas, Helen Gahagan, 1900-1980 (Person)
- TypeCollection
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository