Political Quotes

FDR: The attempt to make a distinction between recovery and reform is a narrowly conceived effort to substitute the…

On the record
The attempt to make a distinction between recovery and reform is a narrowly conceived effort to substitute the appearance of reality for reality itself.
Said by
FDR
Democratic · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt critiques the false dichotomy between recovery and reform, advocating for a holistic approach.

Share

More from FDR

Mar 19, 1945

It has served as a link between the fighting man and his loved ones here at home.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Mar 19, 1945

As their Commander in Chief I call upon you, my fellow Americans, to oversubscribe the 1945 Red Cross War Fund.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Apr 9, 1945

The Secretary of the Interior is authorized and directed to take possession of any and all such mines.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Mar 25, 1945

Trade is fundamental to the prosperity of Nations, as it is of individuals.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation