Franklin Roosevelt
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt was the 32nd President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1933, until his death on April 12, 1945. A member of the Democratic Party, he was born in New York and is best known for his leadership during two of the most significant crises in American history: the Great Depression and World War II. Roosevelt implemented the New Deal, a series of programs and reforms aimed at economic recovery and social welfare, which fundamentally reshaped the role of the federal government in American life.
Apr 12, 1945
We must go on to do all in our power to conquer the doubts and the fears, the ignorance and the greed, which made this horror possible.
Apr 12, 1945
I wish I had the power, just for this evening, to be present at all of these gatherings.
Apr 9, 1945
The Secretary of the Interior is authorized and directed to take possession of any and all such mines.
Apr 9, 1945
The Secretary of the Interior shall make employment available and provide protection to all employees working at such mines.
Apr 9, 1945
Possession of any mine or mines taken under this order shall be terminated by the Secretary of the Interior as soon as he determines that such possession is no longer required for the successful prosecution of the war.
Apr 9, 1945
All Federal agencies are directed to cooperate with the Secretary of the Interior to the fullest extent possible.
Apr 4, 1945
It seems obvious that we will be more or less responsible for security in all the Pacific waters.
Apr 4, 1945
We are absolutely un changed in our policy of two years ago, for immediate Filipino independence.
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