Supreme Court and the New Deal

The video explores the opposition to Roosevelt's New Deal, focusing on the Supreme Court, Republicans, and radical politicians. It discusses the New Deal's successes and failures, particularly its impact on unemployment, African Americans, and women. The Supreme Court deemed many New Deal laws unconstitutional, Republicans argued for less government intervention, and radicals like Huey Long felt the New Deal didn't go far enough. Despite opposition, Roosevelt was re-elected in 1936. The video concludes by examining whether the New Deal was ultimately a success or failure.

What was one of the main reasons some Americans opposed the New Deal?

• It led to a decrease in agricultural production.

• Economic recovery was slow and unemployment remained high.

• It caused inflation to rise rapidly.

• It increased taxes significantly.

What power does the Supreme Court hold that affected the New Deal?

• The power to veto presidential decisions.

• The power to declare laws unconstitutional.

• The power to amend the Constitution.

• The power to appoint federal judges.

What was the Supreme Court's stance on the Agricultural Adjustment Act?

• It was declared constitutional.

• It was declared unconstitutional.

• It was supported by the Supreme Court.

• It was ignored by the Supreme Court.

Why did Republicans oppose the New Deal?

• They felt it involved too much government intervention in business.

• They thought it was too focused on foreign policy.

• They believed it was not doing enough.

• They believed it favored the wealthy.

What was Huey Long's 'Share Our Wealth' scheme about?

• Reducing government spending.

• Increasing taxes on imports.

• Limiting personal wealth and redistributing it.

• Providing free healthcare to all citizens.

What was the outcome of the 1936 election in relation to the New Deal?

• The election was postponed due to economic issues.

• The New Deal was repealed after the election.

• Roosevelt won by a landslide despite opposition.

• Roosevelt lost due to opposition to the New Deal.

What was a key criticism from radical politicians about the New Deal?

• It was too focused on urban development.

• It favored large corporations over small businesses.

• It did not do enough to help disadvantaged groups.

• It increased the national debt significantly.

What was one of the successes of the New Deal in terms of employment?

• It increased wages for all workers.

• It reduced working hours for all employees.

• It created millions of jobs.

• It completely eradicated unemployment.

How did the New Deal impact African Americans?

• It hired around two million African Americans for projects.

• It led to the end of racial discrimination.

• It abolished segregation laws.

• It provided equal job opportunities for all.

What was a limitation of the New Deal concerning women?

• It focused mainly on male manual workers.

• It excluded women from educational programs.

• It provided no employment opportunities for women.

• It reduced women's wages significantly.