Lend-Lease Bill Passes, Senators Celebrate

The transcript discusses the passage of a bill seen as a victory for the administration's efforts to support Britain. It highlights the unity between Senators Barclay and George, who set aside their differences for the American cause. Senator George's support for the Lease Lend Bill is portrayed as a call for labor and industry to unite in aiding nations whose defense is crucial to the U.S.

What was the significance of Connelly's signaling of the bill's passage?

• It marked a victory for the administration's efforts to aid Britain.

• It was a defeat for the administration's foreign policy.

• It was a minor legislative change with little impact.

• It signaled the end of American involvement in foreign affairs.

How did Leader Barclay and Senators Wheeler and George demonstrate American unity?

• By forming a new political party.

• By setting aside their differences for a common cause.

• By opposing the Lease Lend Bill together.

• By organizing a nationwide protest.

What was Senator George's stance on the Lease Lend Bill?

• He was indifferent to its passage.

• He opposed it vehemently.

• He believed it was unnecessary.

• He supported it as a challenge to unite labor and industry.

What challenge did the Lease Lend Bill present to labor and industry?

• To increase exports to Britain.

• To decrease reliance on foreign resources.

• To unite and provide aid to vital nations.

• To reduce production costs.

Why was it important to provide aid to certain nations according to the Lease Lend Bill?

• Their defense was crucial to America's own security.

• They were economically beneficial to the U.S.

• They had historical ties with America.

• They were the only allies left in the war.