During Great Depression NY Governor Franklin Roosevelt and Massachusetts Governor Joseph Ely in discuss aid for jobless

The transcript discusses unemployment and relief work, highlighting a conference in Massachusetts. A flexible work plan proposed by Governor Winant aims to spread employment by reducing work hours and pay, potentially employing 3 million men. The importance of state collaboration and learning from other states is emphasized.

What was the main focus of the recent conference in Massachusetts?

• Education reform

• Unemployment and relief work

• Healthcare improvements

• Environmental policies

What was the purpose of the flexible work day and week plan?

• To increase employee salaries

• To reduce the number of working days

• To enhance factory production

• To spread employment opportunities

How many men did the conference estimate could be employed through the new plan?

• 3 million

• 4 million

• 1 million

• 2 million

What is a key responsibility of a governor according to the transcript?

• To maintain close contact with other states

• To focus solely on local issues

• To implement national policies

• To increase state taxes

What advantage did the speaker mention about being a governor for four years?

• Increased salary

• Learning from other states' initiatives

• Better understanding of local issues

• More political influence