Effects of the new deal
In what ways did the role of the federal government grow during FDR's presidency?
After FDR, the federal government played larger part in economic activity including housing and continued to play larger part
How did the people react to the New Deal's effects?
At first everyone was okay with it, because there was lots of people to work. Later it changed: they were seen as taking jobs, blamed for strikes and unions. They were seen as good scapegoats for problems.
Did the growth in powers of the federal government during the New Deal benefit the nation?
Government growth in the 1920s was less than in any subsequent decade and resulted in the Great Depression. It was the New Deal's increase in Government power through regulation, such as the creation of the SEC, which saved capitalism and brought this nation from the brink of no return.
How did the New Deal change the shape of American people?
It changed American's life because it gave people the opportunity to have jobs after losing them because of the Depression. FDR's main points were -- 1) Relief for the needy 2) Economic recovery 3) Create financial reform They had many projects for the young men to work in the woods (ages 18-25) so they can give the older people more job opportunities in the cities. (3 R's)
how did the New Deal policies affect ethnic and social divisions?
No more hands free policy, created government programs to help citizens
How did the New Deal change the social, economic, and political landscape of the US for future generations?
Sadly, African Americans and minorities were helped the least by the New Deal. Sharecroppers, a common occupation of African Americans, were no longer needed and lost their jobs and homes. Even "alphabet soup" jobs discriminated against minorities. African Americans were often the last hired and first fired.
How did the New deal affect African Americans?
Sadly, African Americans and minorities were helped the least by the New Deal. Sharecroppers, a common occupation of African Americans, were no longer needed and lost their jobs and homes. Even "alphabet soup" jobs discriminated against minorities. African Americans were often the last hired and first fired. The Roosevelt administration appointed a number of black people to the federal office but did not support racial equality (for fear of losing the vote of white Southern Democrats). Therefore, blacks were still discriminated against and excluded from many New Deal programs.
Who was Mary Mcleod Bethune?
She was an educator, the first African American woman put in a government position. Lead the Division of Negro Affairs of the National Youth Administration (NYA).
How was Frances Perkins important to the New Deal?
She was the secretary of labor, she played a major role in creating the Social Security system and supervised labor legislation.
An act that gave Indians economic assistance and greater control over their own affairs.
The Indian New Deal
In What ways did the New Deal alter the US policies towards native Americans?
The Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 provided for tribal control over the land, removed Native Americans from the jurisdiction of the state courts.
What was the difference between the PWA and the WPA?
The public works administration built bridges damns and power plants, the works progress administration administered the 11 billion dollars spend in the new jobs.
What was the new deal coalition?
an alignment of diverse groups dedicated to supporting the Democratic Party. The coalition included Southern whites, various urban groups, African Americans, and unionized industrial workers.
What impact did the New Deal have on women?
it gave them opportunities to finally be equal to men. this was greatly displayed by Eleanor Roosevelt who traveled around the country and campaigned for FDR
What was the black cabinet?
the 1st cabinet made up of African Americans. FDR asked for guidance from people like Robert c Weaver and Mary McLeod Bethune. This did not lead to equal rights, but at least improved a little.