Herbert Hoover Versus Franklin Roosevelt

Question 1

Herbert Hoover

Answer 1

Philosophy of Government:Rugged Individualism
(People should help themselves as much as possible without government assistance)

Relief Type:Indirect Relief
(Give money to state and local governments and to businesses and let the benefits trickle down)

Dealing with the Depression:Let it work itself out

Political Party:Republican

Question 2

Franklin Roosevelt

Answer 2

Philosophy of Government:Forgotten Man
(Government should work for the people)

Relief Type:Direct Relief
(Federal government deals with problem by creating programs to assist Americans)

Dealing with the Depression:Relief, Recovery, and Reform

Political Party:Democrat