Truman Addresses Congress On Railroad Labor Crisis

The video discusses a long-term labor policy aimed at preventing future crises and reducing work stoppages across industries. It highlights a proposal for emergency legislation to draft striking workers into the armed forces. Additionally, it announces the settlement of a rail strike based on terms proposed by the President.

What is the primary goal of the long-range labor policy mentioned in the video?

• To increase wages for all workers

• To prevent future crises and reduce work stoppages

• To promote international trade

• To enhance technological advancements in industries

Which section of the video discusses the prevention of work stoppages?

• Long-Range Labor Policy

• Emergency Legislation Request

• Rail Strike Settlement

• None of the above

What action does the President request Congress to authorize in the context of emergency legislation?

• To reduce government spending

• To draft workers into the armed forces

• To increase taxes

• To implement new trade policies

What was the outcome of the rail strike mentioned in the video?

• It was settled on terms proposed by the President

• It led to a nationwide protest

• It resulted in a change of leadership

• It was prolonged indefinitely

In the context of the video, what is the role of the President in resolving the rail strike?

• To propose terms for settlement

• To enforce martial law

• To dismiss the strike as unimportant

• To negotiate directly with workers