President Harry Truman campaigns for re-election in Los Angeles in 1948

The transcript covers a Democratic candidate's campaign efforts in California, emphasizing the importance of not voting for a third party. It describes a rally at Gilmore Stadium where the president delivers a major speech to 16,000 attendees. The speech highlights the need for transparency in political parties, urging people to understand party positions on issues. The narrative concludes with a call to choose sides in the decisive political battle, asserting the Democratic Party's openness and pride in its record.

What was the Democratic candidate's main concern regarding the liberal vote in California?

• That it would be split between two major parties

• That it would be ignored by the media

• That it would be too small to matter

• That it would be wasted on a third party

Where did the president hold a colorful rally?

• In a university auditorium

• In a local community center

• At Gilmore Stadium

• At a city park

How many people attended the president's rally at Gilmore Stadium?

• 10,000

• 16,000

• 12,000

• 14,000

What right did the president emphasize the people have in his speech?

• The right to know the major parties' positions

• The right to protest

• The right to free speech

• The right to vote for any party

What did the Democratic Party claim about their record?

• They have nothing to conceal

• They have a controversial record

• They are unsure of their achievements

• They have a secretive past