Key Concepts from American History Lecture

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts from American history, focusing on significant legislation, events, and policies.

Herbert Hoover vs FDR differences in policy

Herbert Hoover focused on voluntary cooperation and limited government intervention, while Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR) implemented the New Deal, a series of government programs to provide relief, recovery, and reform during the Great Depression.

How did the New Deal change America? What was it?

The New Deal was a series of programs and policies introduced by FDR aimed at providing economic relief, recovery from the Great Depression, and reform of the financial system, significantly reshaping the role of the federal government in American life.

Brain Trust

A group of economists and social scientists who served as advisors to FDR, playing a crucial role in the development of New Deal policies.

First 100 Days

The first three months of FDR's presidency in which he enacted a record number of bills aimed at combating the Great Depression.

“Relief, Recovery, and Reform”

The three goals of the New Deal programs aimed at providing immediate relief, economic recovery, and systemic reforms.

Federal Emergency Relief Act (FERA)

A law that provided direct relief for the unemployed through the granting of federal funds to state and local agencies.

FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation)

A government agency that provides insurance to depositors in U.S. commercial banks, established to restore confidence in the banking system.

AAA (Agricultural Adjustment Act)

A New Deal program designed to raise crop prices by paying farmers to reduce production.

CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps)

A public work relief program that provided jobs for young men to work on environmental conservation projects.

PWA (Public Works Administration)

A New Deal agency that funded large-scale public works projects to provide jobs and stimulate the economy.

NRA (National Recovery Administration)

A New Deal agency that aimed to stimulate industry and the economy through fair competition standards and labor rights.

NIRA (National Industrial Recovery Act)

A law enacted to regulate industry, promote fair competition, and set minimum wages.

SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission)

A federal agency created to regulate the securities markets and protect investors.

Wagner Act (aka National Labor Relations Act (NLRA))

A law that guaranteed workers the right to unionize and engage in collective bargaining.

Social Security

A federal program established to provide financial assistance to retired individuals and those with disabilities.