Franklin D. Roosevelt's Rise Amidst Economic Turmoil

This chapter explores the economic hardships of late 1920s America, leading to the Great Depression and highlighting Herbert Hoover's ineffective leadership. It details Franklin D. Roosevelt's strategic campaign for the 1932 Democratic nomination, overcoming significant challenges and shifts in support from influential figures. The chapter culminates in Roosevelt's captivating acceptance speech, promising a 'new deal' for the American people and signaling a pivotal shift in political allegiances.