Presidential Franklin D. Roosevelt: Through Eleanor's eyes
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Aug 7, 2016 Allida Black, editor of the Eleanor Roosevelt papers, with FDR Library Director Paul Sparrow and White House speechwriter Sarada Peri discuss FDR's leadership through the lens of Eleanor's contributions. Topics include FDR's early years and political development, his empathy and addressing inequality, Eleanor's role in the administration, her radio addresses, the divergence between Eleanor and FDR during WWII, and FDR's final years and Eleanor's dedication to his legacy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
FDR's Early Years and Political Development
02:23 • 18min
FDR's Empathy and Addressing Inequality
20:43 • 10min
The Role of Eleanor Roosevelt in the Roosevelt Administration
30:58 • 8min
Eleanor Roosevelt's Radio Addresses and FDR's Speech to Congress
38:34 • 5min
The Divergence of Eleanor and Franklin Roosevelt
43:17 • 4min
FDR's Final Years, Eleanor's Grief, and Continuing Legacy
47:00 • 6min