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Stock Market Crash (1929)

The collapse of the stock market in October 1929, marking the beginning of the Great Depression.

Herbert Hoover

The 31st President of the United States (1929-1933), criticized for his ineffective handling of the Great Depression.

Hoovervilles

Shantytowns built by homeless people during the Great Depression, named after President Hoover.

Bonus Army (1932)

A group of WWI veterans who marched to Washington, D.C., demanding early payment of a promised bonus.

FDR (Franklin D. Roosevelt)

The 32nd President (1933-1945) who led the country through the Great Depression and instituted the New Deal.

First 100 Days

The first three months of FDR's presidency marked by extensive legislative action to combat the Great Depression.

Bank Holiday

A temporary closure of all banks in the U.S. by FDR in 1933 to restore public confidence.

New Deal

A series of programs enacted by FDR to provide relief, recovery, and reform during the Great Depression.

Fireside Chats

Radio addresses by FDR directly communicating with the American people about the New Deal.

Brain Trust

A group of intellectuals and experts who advised FDR on economic and social policies.

Frances Perkins

The first woman to serve in the U.S. Cabinet as Secretary of Labor under FDR.

Alphabet Acts

A series of New Deal programs and agencies abbreviated with acronyms like FDIC, SEC, CCC, WPA, etc.

William Lemke

A politician who criticized FDR and promoted a 'third-party' movement opposing some New Deal policies.

Dr. Francis Townsend

A physician who advocated for a pension plan for the elderly, influencing Social Security's creation.

Father Charles Coughlin

A Catholic priest and radio personality who was a critic of FDR for not adequately addressing economic inequality.

Huey Long

A populist Louisiana senator who proposed the 'Share Our Wealth' plan for wealth redistribution.

Court Packing

FDR's unsuccessful attempt in 1937 to add more justices to the Supreme Court to secure favorable rulings.

Why Did FDR Win in 1932?

FDR offered a clear, optimistic alternative to Hoover’s handling of the Great Depression.

What Were the 'First Hundred Days'?

Intense legislative action including major laws like the Banking Act and the CCC.

Criticism of FDR from the Left and the Right

Left critics claimed the New Deal didn’t redistribute wealth enough, while Right critics argued it expanded government too much.

Role of Eleanor Roosevelt as First Lady

Actively engaged in political issues, advocating for civil rights and women's rights, unlike past First Ladies.

Impact of New Deal on Women

Women gained new employment opportunities but faced discrimination and lower wages.

Impact of New Deal on Minorities

Some relief programs benefitted minorities, but many were discriminated against and excluded.

Problems Created for the New Deal by the Supreme Court

Several New Deal programs were struck down as unconstitutional, prompting FDR's court-packing response.

Regional Differences to the New Deal

There were differences in focus between rural poverty and urban development, with targeted programs like the TVA.

What Ended the New Deal? Was It Successful?

The New Deal ended with WWII economic recovery; it was successful in relief and reform, but did not end all inequality.