Why were Kentuckians hopeful for positive change with the election of Franklin Delano Roosevelt?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking why Kentuckians felt optimistic about positive changes following the election of Franklin Delano Roosevelt as President in 1933. It implies a historical context and requires an understanding of the sentiments and economic conditions faced by Kentuckians at that time.
Answer
Kentuckians hoped for positive change with FDR due to the New Deal's promise.
Kentuckians were hopeful for positive change with the election of Franklin Delano Roosevelt due to his promise of the New Deal, which aimed to provide economic recovery and relief from the Great Depression.
Answer for screen readers
Kentuckians were hopeful for positive change with the election of Franklin Delano Roosevelt due to his promise of the New Deal, which aimed to provide economic recovery and relief from the Great Depression.
More Information
The New Deal included programs aimed at providing jobs, stabilizing the economy, and reformation of the financial system, which were crucial in states like Kentucky that were hard-hit by the economic downturn.
Sources
- [PDF] the 1938 Kentucky Democratic primary and the Hatch Act of 1939. - ir.library.louisville.edu
AI-generated content may contain errors. Please verify critical information
