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Governor White addresses the Mississippi Democratic Convention, 1952

 Item
Identifier: L1986-26_AV0125

Scope and Contents

In this recording, Governor Hugh White addresses the topic of the Mississippi Democratic Convention, focusing on the organization and resolutions of the convention, covering topics such as the election process, role of delegates, and the importance of states' rights. The speaker strongly emphasizes the preservation of Jeffersonian democracy and states' rights, urging unity against the centralization of power in Washington. The recording highlights the speaker's dissatisfaction with the national Democratic Party and his call for change, while the convention engages in discussions on organizational matters and the selection of delegates for the National Convention.

Dates

  • Creation: 1952

Creator

Restrictions on Access

Collection is open for research use. Some sound recordings can only be accessed in the Special Collections and Archives Reading Room.

Extent

From the Collection: 48 Linear Feet (in 248 manuscript boxes)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Special Collections Repository

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