The Dangers of Inflation: A Call to Support OPA Price Control, 1946-06-24

Item — Box: 5, Folder: 1

Identifier: CAC_CC_014_8.10_5_1_0010

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Helen Gahagan Douglas spoke at an OPA rally in 1946, emphasizing the importance of peace and the connection between price control and economic stability. She argued against removing price ceilings, warning of the disastrous consequences of inflation. She criticized Senator Taft and the Republicans for their reckless economic policies and urged people to support the OPA to prevent a future of inflation and economic hardship.