Women's Political Contributions and Challenges

The video discusses the significant role women played in shaping the New Deal, led by figures like Eleanor Roosevelt, Frances Perkins, and Molly Dusen. It highlights their influence on social welfare policies and the challenges they faced in achieving gender parity. Despite setbacks during wartime, their contributions are part of a continuum of women's political power from the suffrage movement to modern times. The video emphasizes the importance of remembering these contributions as foundational to current and future advancements in women's roles in politics.

Who were the key figures leading the women's network during the New Deal era?

• Margaret Thatcher, Angela Merkel, Indira Gandhi

• Amelia Earhart, Rosa Parks, Jane Addams

• Susan B. Anthony, Clara Barton, Harriet Tubman

• Eleanor Roosevelt, Frances Perkins, Molly Dusen

What was the primary focus of the women's network during the New Deal?

• Environmental conservation

• Military advancements

• Technological innovations

• Social welfare policies

What challenge did women face in the Democratic Party during the New Deal era?

• Gaining access to education

• Securing military positions

• Overcoming language barriers

• Achieving gender parity

How did the New Deal represent a breakthrough for women in public life?

• It increased women's roles in government

• It allowed women to vote

• It provided equal pay for women

• It eliminated gender discrimination

What was a significant challenge for women during wartime in the 1940s?

• Lack of educational opportunities

• Fewer job opportunities compared to the 1930s

• Inability to travel abroad

• Limited access to healthcare

What ongoing struggle is mentioned regarding women's roles in politics?

• Participating in international diplomacy

• Accessing higher education

• Gaining recognition at the highest levels

• Balancing work and family life

Why is it important to remember the contributions of women during the New Deal?

• To recognize their influence on global politics

• To emphasize their contributions to the arts

• To situate their power within a larger historical context

• To highlight their role in technological advancements

What historical movement is part of the continuum of women's political power?

• The Renaissance

• The Women's Suffrage Movement

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Civil Rights Movement

How has the role of women in politics changed over time?

• The roles have remained static

• Women have become less involved

• The roles have expanded and evolved

• Women have always held the same roles

What should we remember about the political women who came before?

• They were primarily involved in the arts

• They laid the groundwork for future generations

• They focused on environmental issues

• They were the first to travel to space