The Perception of Franklin Delano Roosevelt

In August 1921, Franklin Delano Roosevelt's world was shattered. While at his retreat at Campobello, he was hit with a case of polio that left him paralyzed from the waist down for the rest of his life ("Franklin Roosevelt"). He was hit with what one would call a major setback, but which he turned into a minor setback before an astonishing presidency. Such an event did not make him a lesser man, it made him a better man and a stronger president. Roosevelt took on the task of being the President of the United States during one of the greatest economic crises' in the world. Despite being disabled, he guided the United States out of the endless black hole that they were in. Perseverance was the characteristic that enabled FDR to overcome extreme

In the 1920s, Americans were trying to figure out what was everyone’s role in society. During this time women started to take on bigger jobs then housekeeping and African Americans are finally standing up for their race. Once 1929 hit, Herbert Hoover, America’s newest president, was viewed as an ‘American Superhero’ at that time because of everything he promised society; however, America gets hit by the Great Depression leaving society in a hole. While banking systems were unstable and overproduction were leaving people bankrupt, Herbert Hoover was blaming Europe and was failing to keep society financially stable. As his presidency went on, filmmakers made film cycles and gangster pictures like Little Caesar that portrayed America’s corrupt society during the Great Depression. By the end of his campaign, Hoover was known as the worst American ever which led to the rising of Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1933. Roosevelt saw the struggling society as an opportunity to help his campaign in which he created the New Deal. America was given an opportunity that allowed them to look forward to the future. During Herbert Hoover’s presidency, America did not support the federal government, but after Franklin D. Roosevelt ran for president and promised a New Deal, they began to look more favorably on the government.

After his term ended as Secretary of the Navy, Franklin’s life changed forever when he contracted polio in the summer of 1921. Despite his disease, Franklin was determined to stay in politics and he decided to run for Governor of New York in the 1930s. He won with over sixty percent of the vote. During his time as governor, the first foreshocks of the Great Depression hit. Franklin took action and set aside twenty million dollars to help New Yorkers stay out of poverty. After being governor, Franklin decided to set his sites for an even bigger target, the presidency. In January 1933, Franklin won by a landslide and was inaugurated as president. Throughout his presidency, Franklin Delano Roosevelt demonstrated that he was a strong, intelligent, and courageous leader.

The Great Depression challenged societies around the world. These societies tried to find new ways to organize themselves to bring the economy back. Each society envisioned new roles for their country. The solution of the USSR Central Executive Committee, and the USSR’s economic construction challenge the status quo and changed the nation. Roosevelt, Mussolini, Gandhi had a specific vision for their people and challenged the status quo, rebranding the national identity specific to their countries. The following paper would examine these topics.

There his social life started to improve. He gained more friends and started talking to girls. After a couple of years he met Eleanor Roosevelt. In 1905 on St. Patrics day they got married. Due to poliomyelitis he lost control in his legs at age 39. He tried so hard to walk again and never let that got his his way of doing what he dreams. After getting into government he became the governor of new york in 1928. (1) He fully decided to become apart of the Democrat party and ran for president. When making his campaign speech he told america he was determined to get them out of the depression. Roosevelt came up with the famous speech “ we don't have anything to fear but fear itself.” He really go america to believe in him and so he won on march 4th 1933. (1)

     Theodore Roosevelt was born on October 27, 1858 in New York City, making him the only president born there (Lamb 152). As a child Roosevelt was always very sick and frail, and had bad asthma (Kent 13). Despite this he never got tired of playing with his friends and inventing new games to play. Since he was always sick, a nanny tutored Roosevelt until he was old enough to attend college (Kent 14). When Roosevelt turned ten, his father had told him, “Theodore, you have the mind but you

During his presidency, Franklin D. Roosevelt proved true to his words. He created many new jobs for people everywhere and opened the door to a better life. He helped those in need and gave out federal relief. Roosevelt was more concerned about the American economy than having any kinds of relations with a country. The president announced a “Good Neighbor” policy which abandoned any nation’s right to interfere in the affairs of another. Roosevelt called all the U.S troops on Haiti and the Dominican Republic to come back home and be with their families. In addition, Roosevelt ceased the Platt Amendment, which had allowed the United States the right to intrude in Cuba since 1901. America did not want to be involved in any kind of foreign affairs. They wanted to focus on building up the economy again. On the opposite side of the world, tensions between European and Asian countries started to upsurge. Many Americans depended on Roosevelt to not intervene in matters that had nothing to do with American business. The president knew that if he were to send an army to help aid the distant countries, then the people would fear that their own would perish. In addition, many people believed that World War I is what caused their economic collapse. Several citizens thought war as a wicked idea and would prefer to stay out of it. Roosevelt knew how everyone felt about going into war and took action by using means that did not involve sending troops to far away countries. During the 1930s,

This cartoon drawn of Roosevelt symbolizes many aspects of the effects during this time period. As the audience observes the figure, the first thing noticed is Teddy Roosevelt, big and bold with the American flag around his neck, as if he is a giant baring over everything and everyone else. Teddy Roosevelt, with his shoes off and big grim, seems to enjoy playing in the “water”, with his “toy boats” of the Navy and big

     Theodore Roosevelt, born October 27, 1858, was the United States’ twenty sixth President. Roosevelt was born into a wealthy and socially dominant family. Though he was a quick thinker and very bright, he was not very physically fit; Roosevelt had severe asthma attacks as a youth. (Andrews) Roosevelt attended Harvard College starting with a science major, but his eventual majors were law and politics. After graduating Harvard in 1880, Roosevelt married his first wife, had his first child, and lost his wife two weeks after the birth of their daughter on Valentines day 1884. He had also begun his career in politics, joining the Republican Party when they were treated like a private organization, having few

The Roosevelt name itself, which immediately associated FDR with his remote cousin, President Theodore Roosevelt. This allowed Franklin to be more recognized and have a better influence being related to one of the greatest presidents in U.S history. FDR's actions to fight the effects of the depression in his own state strengthened his place as one of the leading Democratic contenders. Under the guidance of his political advisers James Farley and Louis Howe, FDR gathered support from Democrats around the country, especially in the West and the South. Roosevelt consulted a group of college professors, called the "Brains Trust" for policy advice. The Democratic party was split on two key

Theodore Roosevelt Jr. was born on October 27, 1858, in New York City, to Theodore Roosevelt, and Martha Bulloch. He had an older sister Anna and later he would obtain a younger brother and sister, Elliot and Corinne. His family had owned a successful plate-glass import business. As a young boy, Theodore Roosevelt (or teddy) as his family so frequently called him ( of which he wasn 't very fond), spent a lot of time inside his family 's home. He was home schooled because his illnesses and asthma. This gave him the time to delve into his passion for animals, but by his teens though, with the encouragement of his father Theodore developed strenuous exercise routines that had included weightlifting and boxing. Later Roosevelt happily went to Harvard, but unfortunately after only 2 years of being there his father passed away. The pain of losing his father fueled his passion and he graduated and moved on to Columbia law school. Roosevelt didn

Herbert Hoover and Franklin Delano Roosevelt were both Presidents, however, they both had completely opposing views. President Hoover believed in “rugged individualism”, where every person looked solely for their personal gain, whereas President Roosevelt believed that the government should directly help its people when they fall into economic issues.

President Theodore Roosevelt is one of the most widely respected and popular figures in history. From his childhood to adulthood, he is an example of great courage, strength, perseverance and success. He once said, “The only man who never makes mistakes is a man who never does anything.” Despite having a very weak body as a child, he never gave up on himself nor his dreams. He was quite the role model for civilians during his time and even today. As the only president from New York City, his childhood home is in downtown Manhattan. It is obvious that he lead a very wealthy life with a loving family. His parents were very supportive and raised their children in an intellectually stimulating environment. For

After President William McKinley was assassinated in 1901, Theodore Roosevelt became the youngest president ever elected into office at the age of 42. He promised the American people that he would carry out McKinley’s policies. His most famous motto was “Speak softly and carry a big stick” which simply meant let your actions do the talking. President Roosevelt quickly became a master politician and believed that a president is meant to lead boldly. President Roosevelt believed that he has the right to take any action in the general interest of the public that is not prohibited by the U.S. Constitution.

The famous president, Franklin D. Roosevelt , once stated "Men are not prisoners of fate, but only prisoners of their own minds." (Leuchtenburg 16). As one of the best known presidents, and as some might argue, one of the wisest presidents, his decisions and legacy continue to impact the life in America today. Born in Hyde Park, New York on January 30, 1882 to a wealthy and prominent family, he lived a life filled to the brim with luxury. He was, however diagnosed with polio in 1921. As the only president to be elected as president for four separate terms, he served from 1933 to 1945. He could not, however complete his fourth term, for he passed away on April 12, 1945 of cerebral hemorrhage. As a child, he attended the Groton School of Boys, which prepared him for the incredibly prestigious, Harvard University.