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What social and cultural issues did Goldberg become involved in during the Kennedy Administration?

Goldberg became involved in improving cultural life in the Capital and in beginning the redevelopment of the Pennsylvania Avenue corridor.

What was George Meany's opinion on Goldberg's leadership at the Department of Labor?

George Meany stated that under Goldberg's leadership, the Department came closer to realizing its mission of promoting the welfare of working people than at any other time in his experience in Washington.

What significant pieces of legislation gave the Department of Labor a special role in addressing unemployment due to automation?

The Area Redevelopment Act of 1961 (ARA) and the Manpower Development and Training Act of 1962 (MDTA).

What executive order did Goldberg actively implement to encourage equal employment opportunity?

Goldberg actively implemented Executive Order 10925. Signup and view all the answers

What major changes did Goldberg institute within the Department of Labor to promote better career opportunities for minority employees?

Goldberg took steps to abolish the segregation of facilities for black employees and instituted programs to promote better career opportunities for minority employees. Signup and view all the answers

What was John F. Kennedy's 'New Frontier' agenda focused on?

domestic social and economic reform Signup and view all the answers

Name three major legislative proposals that Kennedy offered to realize his 'New Frontier' agenda.

establishing a volunteer Peace Corps, raising the minimum wage, providing federal aid to education Signup and view all the answers

Which of Kennedy's proposed legislative ideas were successfully enacted during his presidency?

Peace Corps, Social Security benefits, minimum wage raise, historic housing law Signup and view all the answers

What tragic event cut short John F. Kennedy's presidency?

assassin's bullet in November 1963 Signup and view all the answers

Who was one of the notable individuals who served under Kennedy and was eager to make a difference?

Arthur J. Signup and view all the answers

What significant economic challenges did Goldberg face early in his term as Secretary of Labor?

Unemployment rose to 6.8 percent in January 1961, and the Russians matched American steel production in March of the same year. Signup and view all the answers

How did Goldberg contribute to improving cultural life in Washington, D.C. during his time in the Kennedy Administration?

Goldberg was instrumental in beginning the redevelopment of the Pennsylvania Avenue corridor from Capitol Hill to the White House. Signup and view all the answers

What was Goldberg's approach to promoting equal employment opportunities within the Department of Labor?

Goldberg actively implemented Executive Order 10925 and took steps to abolish segregation of facilities for black employees. Signup and view all the answers

What legislation empowered the Department of Labor to address the fear of automation leading to unemployment?

The Area Redevelopment Act of 1961 (ARA) and the Manpower Development and Training Act of 1962 (MDTA). Signup and view all the answers

In what way did Goldberg's programs for minority employees in the Department of Labor influence other sectors?

Goldberg's programs became models for the rest of the government and the private sector. Signup and view all the answers

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