The New Deal

Generalization: Franklin D. Roosevelt promised the American people a "new deal," and he gave them just that.  Roosevelt's presidency saw many fundamental changes in the American political system.  These changes made Roosevelt a hero to many, and Roosevelt is one of the most loved presidents in American history--with good reason.  But many would argue that Roosevelt's "New Deal" was a raw deal, and Roosevelt also has the distinction of being one of the most hated of American presidents--with good reason!  Comment.

Potential ID’s: FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT, NEW DEAL, FIRESIDE CHATS, FDIC, SEC, CCC, NATIONAL RECOVERY ACT, AGRICULTURAL ADJUSTMENT ACT, FHA

I.    Introduction

II.    1932 Campaign

III.    Repeal of Prohibition

IV.    Banks/monetary policy

V.    Unemployment

VI.    Labor

VII.    Farm policy

VIII.    Housing

IX.    Elderly

X.    Politics

XI.    Overall evaluation of Roosevelt