Opposition to Price Control: A Letter from George B. Schwabe, M.C., 1946-07-17

Item — Box: 6, Folder: Unknown

Identifier: CAC_CC_047_1_6_34_0026

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The letter is from George B. Schwabe, a congressman, responding to a constituent's request for support of price control measures. Schwabe expresses his opposition to the OPA and the New Deal program, stating that he believes they have done more harm than good. He emphasizes that he does not make decisions based on obtaining votes for reelection and that the responsibility for price control legislation lies with the New Deal Administration. Schwabe also highlights arguments against price controls made by the OPA Administrator, Paul Porter, and mentions that the majority of his constituents are against price control legislation.

Dates

1946-07-17

Creator

Schwabe, George Blaine, 1886-1952 (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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