New Deal and WW2 Flashcards
What were the 3 Rs of the New Deal?
- Relief
- Recovery
- Reform
What was an example of an act enacted by Roosevelt to help with relief?
WPA (Works Project Administration) which hired millions for public works and cultural projects
What was an example of a New Deal Act aimed at Recovery?
The TVA (Tennessee Valley Authority) built dams and power plants in the impoverished Tennessee region
What was the AAA?
The agricultural adjustment act which tried to raise farm prices by reducing crop production
What was an example of a New Deal policy aimed at reform?
Glass-Steagle Act which seperated commercial and investment banking
What was the name of the act which protected peoples’ bank deposits?
FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation)
What were the highlights of the First New Deal? (1933-1935)
- Created many of the major alphabet soup agencies
- Focused on immediate crisis management and economic stabilization
- Emphasized cooperation between government and business
- Supreme Court declared some programs unconstitutional
What was an example of a New Deal program deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court?
The NRA (National Recovery Administration) which established codes to regulate business cooperation
What were the highlights of the Second New Deal (1935-1938)?
- Shifted to more reform-oriented progressive policies
- Emphasized stronger support for labor unions and stronger business regulation
- Established longstanding cooperations like the Social Security Act
- Created a stronger safety net for vulnerable Americans
What was an example of a labor act made during the 2nd New Deal?
The Wagner Act of 1935 which protected workers’ rights to organize and bargain collectively
Who was an example of a critic from the left of Roosevelt’s New Deal policies?
Huey Long from Louisiana who wanted “Share Our Wealth” policies
Who was a critic from the right of Roosevelt’s New Deal policies?
The American Liberty League backed by wealthy business owners
What was the Court-Packing Plan?
Allowed Roosevelt to appoint a Supreme Court judge for every current judge over 70 1/2 years old
What was the Banking Holiday?
The temporary close of all US banks to restore public confidence in the banking sector
What was Dr. Francis’ Townsend Plan?
A plan to give assistance to people over 60 which led to the SSA
Who was Charles Coughlin?
A critic of Roosevelt’s New Deal policies
What were Fireside Chats?
A series of informal radio addresses delivered by the President to connect directly with the American public (FDR 1930s-1940s)
What was the Roosevelt Recession?
The economic downturn which occurred in the US from 1937-1938 which highlighted the vulnerabilities of the New Deal
What was a technological effect of WW2?
Significant advances in technology and warfare Tactics such tanks, aircrafts, and naval vessals
How did WW2 alter the landscape of international relations post-conflict?
It led to the establishment of the United Nations and increased nationalism in foreign colonies such as French Algeria
What was the Selective Service Act?
Established the draft and brought in 10 million soldiers to the armed forces
What was a government organization created to mobilize the war efforts?
The War Production Board
What was the Stimson Doctrine?
U.S. response to Japan’sviolation of the open-door policy that was l ineffective in deterring further aggression.
