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![]() Unit 18: Franklin D Roosevelt& the New Deal
In 1932 Franklin D Roosevelt was elected to the presidency of the United States of America. He entered into office amid chaos and turmoil. The country was out of work, starving, and homeless. President Roosevelt made a pledge to the American people that he would pull the country out of the Great Depression. He kept his promise. Within the first 100 days of his administration, Roosevelt pushed program after program through Congress to provide jobs, relief, and economic stimulation. These programs, created to wipe out the Great Depression, were called The New Deal. In addition, it's important for students to know that many programs we know today, like Social Security, were created during Franklin D Roosevelt's presidency! Finally, enlighten your students about the power of the First Lady. Eleanor Roosevelt was a great inspiration to women everywhere and she reshaped the role of the First Lady. Mrs. Roosevelt was outspoken and determined to make sure the New Deal was successful. As with any new idea, there were plenty of critics of the New Deal. They were quick to point out its shortcomings. Roosevelt ignored his critics and continued doing everything he could to bring our country out of its dim predicament and to bring hope to a weary nation. The New Deal influenced the social, political, and cultural life and attitudes of the American people in ways that are still evident today. ![]()
Return from Franklin D Roosevelt & the New Deal to American History
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