Vito Marcantonio

The transcript discusses the congressional bloc led by Vito Marcantonio, critiquing the national defense strategy as a preparation for imperialistic war rather than for democracy. It also touches on how political figures are labeled as appeasers or Nazi sympathizers.

Who is described as New York City's fiery left-winger?

• Vito Marcantonio

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Harry Truman

• Eleanor Roosevelt

What are we not preparing for according to the text?

• Defense of our country

• Economic growth

• Social reforms

• International relations

What is the main criticism implied in the text regarding the preparation for war?

• It is for democracy

• It is for imperialism

• It is necessary

• It is unjust

What is the nature of the war we are preparing for?

• For democracy

• For imperialism

• For peace

• For freedom

How are the members of the congressional bloc labeled?

• Patriots

• Appeasers and Nazi sympathizers

• Heroes

• Revolutionaries