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US History II Chapter 22

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Who was the Democratic candidate in the 1932 election? What had he learned from his parents and teachers?
Franklin D. Roosevelt. He learned from his parents and teachers about self- confidence and a belief that public service was a noble calling. The wealthy should help the less fortunate.
What early political positions did FDR hold?
FDR served as Woodrow Wilson's Assistant Secretary of the Navy, and NY State Governor, Democratic Vice President Nominee (Lost).
What happened to FDR in 1921 and what were the effects?
Franklin Roosevelt slipped off his boat into the cold waters of the North Atlantic. He woke up with a high fever and severe pains in his back and legs. A few weeks later he was diagnosed with polio which left him paralyzed from the waist down. He learned to create the illusion that he could walk.
What was the "New Deal"?
Programs and legislations enacted by FDR during the Great Depression to promote economic recovery and social reform. Plan to fight the depression which included the federal government taking a more active role in relief, recovery, and reform.
Describe the results of the 1932 election.
The results of the 1932 election were Franklin D. Roosevelt won by a landslide against Herbert Hoover. FDR defeats Hoover by more than 7 million popular votes and wins 89% of electoral votes.
What was the "brain trust"?
A group of professionals and academics whom the press nicknamed them "brain trust" A diverse group of professionals and academic who advised FDR on fighting the press.
What was unusual about Roosevelt's cabinet?
He had the first ever women Cabinet member in U.S. history. He appointed 2 Republicans (Sec of Ag, Sec of Int)
What was the "First Hundred Days" or "First New Deal"?
FDR's first three months in office when 15 major laws were passed (Govt rarely works this fast) Laws focused on relief, recovery, and reform
What was the first major action FDR took as president?
Franklin D. Roosevelt's first action as president was signing into law the Emergency Banking Relief Act
Fireside Chats:
Informal radio addresses FDR used to communicate to the American people. His easy manner explained New Deal measures and reassured Americans.
What two measures reformed the nation's financial institutions?
The two measures that reformed the nation's financial institutions were the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, and Securities and Exchange Commission. The FDIC insured bank accounts up to $5k. The SEC regulates stock market and makes it safer for investments
How did the Agricultural Adjustment Act (AAA) attempt to raise farm prices? Was it effective?
The Agricultural Adjustment Act attempted to raise farm prices by providing financial aid and paying farmers subsidies not to plant a part of their land and to kill off excess livestock. Yes by 1934, farm prices began to rise
What is the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)?
Tennessee Valley Authority is the government agency that built dams in the Tennessee River valley to contract floodings and generate electric power. Built Dams: Control floods, generate electricity. Replanted Forests, fertilizer plants, created jobs. Criticized for being too "socialist" but still exists today
What was the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)?
Civilian Conservation Corps is a New Deal program that provided 2 million young men with relief jobs on environmental conservation projects, including reforestation and flood control. Organized like the military
Other Relief Measures:
FERA- Federal funds to the unemployed CWA- Jobs on public-works projects HOLC and FHA- Both helped secure mortgages so people wouldn't lose their homes
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