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174: The First “First Hundred Days:” FDR Kicks Off the New Deal

History That Doesn't Suck

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Roosevelt's New Deal Foundations

This chapter explores Franklin D. Roosevelt's initial efforts in implementing the New Deal, focusing on significant legislation like the Tennessee Valley Authority and the Securities Act, which aimed to restore economic stability. It discusses various reforms, including the Glass-Steagall Act and the National Industrial Recovery Act, as well as the strategic maneuvers within Roosevelt's cabinet to efficiently manage these initiatives. Additionally, it highlights the public's reaction to FDR's leadership and the emerging discussion on executive power during his first hundred days in office.

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