Dissenting opinions in 1936 about the Townsend Plan

The transcript discusses the opposition to Roosevelt's Social Security legislation by a doctor, the heated national debate over the Townsend plan, and the support it received from figures like Father Koglin. The debate included strong arguments from both sides, with some congressional members labeling it a racket, while others, including a radio-speaking priest, supported the Townsend Old Age pension.

What was D. Roosevelt planning to pass that faced opposition from a crusading doctor?

• Healthcare reform

• Social Security legislation

• Education reform

• Tax reform

What was the nature of the national debate mentioned in the transcript?

• A debate on healthcare policies

• A debate on the Townsend plan

• A debate on tax policies

• A debate on education reform

Who was Representative Hoffman in the context of the Townsend plan?

• A financial backer of the plan

• An indifferent observer

• A critic who labeled it a racket

• A supporter of the plan

Which notable figure supported the Townsend Old Age pension?

• A popular actor

• Father Koglin, a radio-speaking priest

• A well-known author

• A famous scientist

What role did Father Koglin play in the Townsend plan debate?

• He opposed the plan

• He was neutral

• He supported the plan vigorously

• He was unaware of the plan