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The Congressional Image
Text of remarks by Barbara Jordan regarding the public image of Congress, criticisms it receives, and the effects of televising the Richard Nixon impeachment debates.
Date:
June 2, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Continuing American Revolution
Text for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan at the AFS Congressional Breakfast, about how the American Revolution extends beyond the war and into modern American life.
Date:
April 30, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara C.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
On Recapturing the Spirit of America
Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding violence in America and reclaiming the spirit of America.
Date:
1975~
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[Barbara C. Jordan Newspaper Clippings: March 1975-May 1977]
Compilation of newspaper articles mentioning Barbara C. Jordan, from March 1975 to May 1977.
Date:
1975-03/1977-05
Creator:
unknown
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Media: Improving the Human Condition
Text for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan before the Beverly Hills-Hollywood Chapter of Media Women, about the American peoples' reliance on television for information about the government and politics, and how that affects governmental accountability to citizens.
Date:
November 2, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara C.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Forgotten Citizens
Text for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan before the National Association of Social Workers, about American citizens having a voice in government. Handwritten notes and edits are written in the margins.
Date:
March 22, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara C.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Auto Industry
Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding difficulties facing the auto industry, unemployment, and the Congressional response. Attached is a note indicating the time, date, and location of the speech.
Date:
June 30, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Guaranteeing an Open Society
Text for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan at the Annual Convention of the Society of Professional Journalists, covering the topic of free speech.
Date:
November 15, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara C.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Congress, Good and Bad
Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan discussing whether or not individual people are well served by the government, and how government decisions can have unforeseen outcomes for individuals. Handwritten edits appear throughout the document.
Date:
March 28, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Remarks of Representative Barbra Jordan, 75th Anniversary Convention of the Brotherhood of Railway and Airline Clerks - Washington, D.C., May 6, 1975
Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding difficulties facing the United States and calling for a return to "government of, by, and for the people." (p. 5)
Date:
May 6, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Auto Industry
Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding difficulties facing the auto industry, unemployment, and the Congressional response.
Date:
June 30, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Economic Recovery for America
Text for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan to Texas Honor Students, addressing the potential of youth to improve society.
Date:
February 11, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara C.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Remarks of Representative Barbara Jordan - Apprentice Opportunity Program - May 23, 1975
Text for a speech given by Barbara C. Jordan for the Apprentice Opportunity Program (Houston Apprentice Outreach Program), about employment issues in America.
Date:
May 23, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara C.
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Remarks of the Honorable Barbara Jordan (D. Texas) to the Symposium on Health Care, Saturday, December 6, 1975
Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding the cost of medical care in the United States.
Date:
December 6, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Community Organization - A Necessary Link
Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan regarding the Fifth Ward of Houston, Texas, and its environmental and employment issues.
Date:
October 11, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Congressional Action to Aid Women in Business
Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding financial discrimination against women and the Equal Credit Opportunity Act.
Date:
1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Rights: Human / Constitutional
Text of a speech delivered by Barbara Jordan at Temple Emanu El during the observation of Human Rights Day. She speaks regarding the United States Constitution and its evolving nature regarding human rights.
Date:
December 7, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
["Education Tomorrow: For Whom? Why?" October 27, 1975]
Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan to the College Entrance Examination Board. The speech concerns the government's role in education, the equal availability of education, and vocational schooling.
Date:
October 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
The Aging Black Woman and Federal Policy
Text of a speech delivered by Barbara Jordan at the National Caucus on the Black Aged. In it, Jordan discusses the plight of elderly African-American women, welfare, and contemporary politics. Numerous handwritten edits have been added throughout the text.
Date:
April 15, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
[University of Massachusetts at Amherst Commencement, May 31st, 1975]
Commencement address by Barbara Jordan concerning the future of America, democracy, and the United States Constitution.
Date:
May 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
["Education Tomorrow: For Whom? Why?" October 27, 1975]
Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan to the College Entrance Examination Board. The speech concerns the government's role in education, the equal availability of education, and vocational schooling. Handwritten edits appear among the typed text.
Date:
October 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Martin Luther King: Jobs and Freedom in 1975
Text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan regarding Martin Luther King's legacy and the ongoing difficulties facing civil rights in the United States.
Date:
1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Remarks of Representative Barbara Jordan, Dedication of Cullen Residence Hall, May 23, 1975
Text of speech by Barbara Jordan regarding inflation, unemployment, and a lack of compassion from the Gerald Ford administration. She discusses various programs passed through Congress to alleviate a number of social problems.
Date:
May 23, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Echoes of Our Past
Photocopied text of speech delivered by Barbara Jordan regarding recent history of African-Americans and the failings of political figures in Washington, D. C. Handwritten edits can be found throughout the typed speech.
Date:
February 15, 1975
Creator:
Jordan, Barbara, 1936-1996
Object Type:
Text
System:
The Portal to Texas History