Impact of New Deal on African-Americans

The video discusses the New Deal policies introduced by FDR during the Great Depression, highlighting their impact on African-Americans. Despite the economic recovery efforts, systemic racism and segregation led to a two-tiered recovery, with African-Americans facing significant barriers. Policies like redlining further exacerbated wealth disparities, leaving lasting effects on economic stability and equality.

What was one of the main challenges FDR faced in implementing his policies?

• Opposition from Northern industrialists

• Appeasing Southern segregationists

• Lack of public support

• International pressure

How did the New Deal policies affect African-American communities compared to white communities?

• They received more funding

• They received equal funding

• They received less funding

• They were unaffected

What was a significant barrier for African-Americans in accessing New Deal programs?

• Lack of awareness

• Geographical isolation

• Constructed barriers preventing participation

• High program costs

According to Robert Weaver, what is necessary for a stable economy?

• Increased government spending

• Lower taxes

• Leaving no portion of Americans behind economically

• High employment rates

Which group was largely excluded from Social Security benefits?

• Women

• Industrial workers

• African-Americans

• Farmers

What was a major issue with the GI Bill for African-Americans?

• Lack of funding

• Exclusion from the bill

• High tuition fees

• Inability to find schools that accepted them

What was the purpose of the New Deal's housing policies?

• To increase urbanization

• To help the construction industry and provide mortgages

• To reduce housing prices

• To promote rural development

What is 'redlining' in the context of New Deal housing policies?

• A policy to provide loans to all communities

• A method to increase property values

• A strategy to promote urban development

• A practice of identifying high-risk areas for loans

How did redlining affect African-American families?

• It made it easier for them to get loans

• It had no impact on their ability to get loans

• It prevented them from getting loans

• It provided them with lower interest rates

What long-term effect did the New Deal's housing policies have on African-American communities?

• Contributed to wealth disparity

• No significant impact

• Decreased wealth disparity

• Increased wealth