Great depression 5 Flashcards
1
Q
Republicans
A
- It’s their problem so it’s their solution
- Small group
- Rugged individualism (on your own)
2
Q
Democrats
A
- Set up systems to help and prevent the poor
- Bigger groups
3
Q
Associated State
A
- Business + Government split funding
- Hoover damn + electricity (businesses profit)
- Gambling celebration
4
Q
Hoovers problems
A
- Didn’t provide money during GD
- Thought businesses could fix their own problems
5
Q
1st mistake
A
- Hoped Americans would buy American products
(tariff on European products) - European nations did it back
- All prices increase
6
Q
2nd mistake
A
- Bonus marches
- WW1 veterans wanted bonus early, hoover declines
- Tanks, police and national guard come and burn their camps (almost war)
7
Q
The election
A
- Only Pennsylvania votes
- Rosevelt gets elected
