How Succesful Was The First New Deal? Flashcards
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Who is the only president in American history to have been elected four times?
Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR)
FDR’s four terms in office were unprecedented in U.S. history.
In what year was Franklin D. Roosevelt first elected?
1932
FDR’s election marked the beginning of his influence on U.S. politics.
Until what year did Franklin D. Roosevelt dominate U.S. politics?
April 1945
FDR passed away shortly before the end of the Second World War.
What significant challenge did Franklin D. Roosevelt face in his personal life?
He was disabled due to polio
FDR contracted polio in 1921, which affected his mobility.
What was the economic condition of the USA when Franklin D. Roosevelt came to power?
The worst economic crisis in its history
This crisis is commonly referred to as the Great Depression.
What was the state of the USA when Franklin D. Roosevelt died?
On the verge of an Allied victory in the Second World War
FDR’s leadership contributed to the USA’s role in the war.
What notable achievement is Franklin D. Roosevelt known for in terms of his presidency?
He is the only disabled person to have served as president
FDR’s condition did not prevent him from leading the nation effectively.
Fill in the blank: Franklin D. Roosevelt was struck down with _______ in 1921.
polio
Polio severely impacted his physical abilities but not his political career.
What was the economic status of the USA at the end of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s presidency?
By far the most prosperous nation on Earth
His policies helped to recover the economy during and after the Great Depression.
Who was FDR before becoming the Democratic Party candidate for presidency?
FDR had been the Governor of New York State prior to 1932.
What did FDR promise in his acceptance speech in Chicago?
He promised a ‘new deal’ for the American people.
What two things did FDR believe American men required?
Work and security for themselves, their wives, and children.
Who held the main responsibility for relieving economic distress before FDR?
State governments held the main responsibility.
How many votes did FDR win in the November election compared to Hoover?
FDR won 22.8 million votes compared to Hoover’s 15.8 million.
Which groups supported FDR in the election?
Trade unions, workers in manufacturing, Catholics, Jews, and whites of the Old South.
Why did whites in the Old South dislike the Republicans?
They disliked the Republicans because they had won the US Civil War and imposed political racial equality.
Why were Jews and Catholics attracted to FDR?
They were attracted by FDR’s social and economic policies and disliked the Republican Party’s WASP dominance.
What change occurred in black Americans’ political support after 1932?
They began to switch their support from the Republican Party to the Democrats, especially in northern states.
What is the ‘lame duck’ period?
The period from November to March when the outgoing president has very little authority.
What did Hoover offer to FDR during the ‘lame duck’ period?
Hoover offered to work with FDR to relieve the misery of the Depression.
What was FDR’s stance on Hoover’s offer?
FDR refused Hoover’s offer to avoid giving him credit for economic recovery.
What did FDR claim in his inaugural speech on 4 March 1933?
He claimed that the only fear is fear itself, which paralyzes needed efforts.
What were the main goals of the New Deal?
Relief for the poor and unemployed, recovery of the economy, and reform of the economic system.
