APUSH Flashcards: Townsend and Coughlin

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Who was known for the revolving old-age pension proposal during the Great Depression?

Senator Huey Long

Dr. Francis Townsend (correct)

Eleanor Roosevelt

Father Edward Coughlin

What was Father Edward Coughlin known for?

Creating the Social Security Act

Speaking out against Roosevelt on the radio (correct)

Establishing the Wagner Act

Supporting Roosevelt

What was Senator Huey Long known for?

An outspoken populist who denounced the rich and banks and called for 'Share our Wealth.'

What did the Share the Wealth program entail?

No person could have a net worth exceeding 300 times the average family fortune, limiting personal assets to $5 million to $8 million. Signup and view all the answers

What were the main goals of the Second New Deal?

Improved use of national resources, security against old age, unemployment and illness, and slum clearance. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Wagner Act establish?

The National Labor Relations Board. Signup and view all the answers

What does NLRB stand for?

National Labor Relations Board Signup and view all the answers

What is the Social Security Act?

A law that created a system where younger working people support older retired individuals. Signup and view all the answers

What was the WPA?

The largest and most ambitious American New Deal agency. Signup and view all the answers

What is the New Deal Coalition?

An alignment of interest groups and voting blocs that supported the New Deal. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Judiciary Reorganization Bill commonly known as?

The court-packing plan. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Roosivelt recession?

A downturn caused by Roosevelt cutting spending, believing the economy had improved. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Eleanor Roosevelt?

An American politician, diplomat, and activist who served as the longest-serving First Lady. Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by a Broker State?

A state negotiating competing claims of numerous groups. Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of Indian Reorganization legislation?

To deal with the status of Native Americans and was a part of the 'Indian New Deal.' Signup and view all the answers

Who was Frances Perkins?

The U.S. Secretary of Labor from 1933 to 1945 and the first woman in the U.S. Cabinet. Signup and view all the answers

What is a Welfare State?

A system where the government protects health and well-being, especially for those in need. Signup and view all the answers

What was the Civil Works Administration?

A short-lived job creation program established during the Great Depression. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Figures of the New Deal Era

Dr. Francis Townsend: Proposed the Townsend Plan, advocating for a revolving old-age pension, influencing the creation of the Social Security system.
Father Edward Coughlin: Priest and radio broadcaster who criticized Roosevelt's policies as too favorable to bankers; founded the National Union for Social Justice.
Senator Huey Long: Populist leader who promoted the "Share our Wealth" program to redistribute wealth; he had significant political influence in Louisiana.

Significant Programs and Legislation

Share the Wealth Program: Established limits on personal net worth to reduce economic inequality, implementing a graduated capital levy tax.
Second New Deal: Introduced in 1935-36, aimed to improve resources, support for the elderly, unemployment, illness, and slum clearance; included Social Security as a key program.
Wagner Act: Instituted the National Labor Relations Board to oversee labor relations and protect workers' rights.
Social Security Act: Enacted in 1935 to create a system of transfer payments from the working population to support retired individuals.
Works Progress Administration (WPA): Largest New Deal agency focused on public works, employing millions for construction projects.

Government Institutions and Policies

National Labor Relations Board (NLRB): Independent federal agency responsible for union representation elections and investigating unfair labor practices.
Judiciary Reorganization Bill (Court-Packing Plan): Proposal by Roosevelt to increase the number of Supreme Court justices to influence court decisions.
Broker State: Concept of the government mediating among various interest groups to manage competition and market dynamics.

Socio-Economic Context

Roosevelt Recession: Economic downturn following cuts in federal spending based on perceived recovery; led to increased unemployment and business failures.
Welfare State: Government responsibility for citizens' health and well-being, established through New Deal programs.

Notable Individuals

Eleanor Roosevelt: Influential First Lady, advocating for civil rights and social justice; longest-serving in U.S. history.
Frances Perkins: First female U.S. Secretary of Labor, serving from 1933 to 1945, played a crucial role in implementing New Deal policies.

Native American Policy

Indian Reorganization: Federal legislation aimed at restoring sovereignty and self-governance to Native American tribes, part of the "Indian New Deal."

Temporary Relief Measures

Civil Works Administration: Short-lived program designed to create jobs and alleviate unemployment during the Great Depression.

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Test your knowledge on key figures from American history with these APUSH flashcards. Dive into the roles of Dr. Francis Townsend and Father Edward Coughlin during the Great Depression and their impacts on social policies. Perfect for APUSH students looking to reinforce their learning.