The New Deal Flashcards
(9 cards)
FDR’s campaign slogan & recovery plan of 1932
The New Deal
“The only thing we have to fear is _____ _______”
-FDR’s Inauguration
“Fear itself”
FDR’s plan to add more justices to the Supreme Court – led to much criticism
“Court-Packing” Scheme
FDR’s informal radio talks that showed people he cared about them
Fireside Chats
Nickname of Roosevelt’s top economic advisors, passed many new laws in the first 100 days
Brain Trust
Radio priest who criticized FDR & wanted the govt. to control all banks
Father Charles Coughlin
Louisiana senator who wanted to “share our wealth” by taking money from the rich
Huey “Kingfish” Long
FDR critic who wanted the government to give $200 a month to the elderly
Dr. Francis Townsend
To protect the rights of workers to form unions and bargain collectively
Wagner Act