FDR & the New Deal

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In 1932, amidst the Great Depression, Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected the 32nd President of the United States. He was more than a leader; he was a beacon of hope, steering the nation through its darkest days... and the newly-elected president had a plan. In this episode, Don is joined by historian Eric Rauchway to explore the New Deal, an ambitious set of federal initiatives aimed at pulling America out of the Great Depression. Edited by Matthew Peaty. Produced by Freddy Chick. Senior Producer is Charlotte Long. Archive audio courtesy of the Miller Center of Public Affairs, University of Virginia. "Presidential Speeches: Downloadable Data." Accessed December 20, 2024. All music from Epidemic Sounds/All3 Media American History Hit is a History Hit podcast.