Taft Opposes Ratification Of Atlantic Pact In Senate
Senator Robert Taft led opposition to the Atlantic pact ratification warning it could trigger an armament race and war. He suggested reservations could keep the United States from arming signatories while acknowledging some support and noting shifts in Marshall plan funding discussions and Spain’s role in European recovery.
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McKeller
Tenn
House
Washington
Truman outlines cautious economic course amid inflation fears
President Truman tells Congress the economy remains orderly yet inflation risks persist and cautions against major tax hikes while proposing tax relief for losses and higher estate taxes. He notes deflationary pressures since January per the economic council and hints at policy shifts. Krug denial surrounds Pearson accusations over Forrestal coverage and health reports.
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Council of Economic Advisors
Reuther Still on Top as UAW Elects Third Term
Walter Reuther wins a third term as UAW president amid strong right-wing support. Leon Keyserling warns wage policy should boost consumer purchasing power, while Ford opposes wage hikes as cost of living rises. Tom Clark attacks big business and monopoly in congressional testimony.
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United Auto Workers Union
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Council of Economic Advisers
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U. S
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Clark
House Judiciary
Misplaced Occupations Spark Social Unrest, Says Prof Woellner
Chicago University professor Robert C. Woellner argues that half of adults are mis placed or would be better suited to different vocations if modern vocational guidance had existed during their formative years. He links poor career matches to social unrest, high divorce rates, and widespread mental distress in the United States.
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Robert C. Woellner
Chicago University
Woellner
United States
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