President Roosevelt explains importance of removing the US from gold standard

The transcript discusses the goal of maintaining a stable dollar value, free from the influence of other nations' internal policies. It outlines the establishment of a government market for gold in the U.S. and the control of the gold value of the dollar. The speaker emphasizes that this is a policy, not a temporary measure, and reflects on past promises and the ongoing recovery efforts.

What is the primary goal mentioned by the speaker regarding the dollar?

• To reduce its circulation

• To make it the world's strongest currency

• To maintain its purchasing and debt-paying power

• To increase its value rapidly

What does the speaker plan to establish to counter the influence of other nations?

• A financial alliance

• A government market for gold

• A new currency

• A trade agreement

Who is authorized to buy or sell gold according to the speaker?

• The Secretary of State

• The International Monetary Fund

• The Federal Reserve

• The Reconstruction Finance Corporation

How will the price of gold be determined?

• By a fixed government rate

• Through consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury and the President

• By public demand

• By international markets

What does the speaker express gratitude for towards the end of the speech?

• The public's faith

• The support from other nations

• The economic recovery

• The success of the gold market