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FDR: In simple frankness and in simple honesty, I need all the help I can get--and I see signs of getting more help in the…

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In simple frankness and in simple honesty, I need all the help I can get--and I see signs of getting more help in the future from many who have fought against progress with tooth and nail.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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Roosevelt expresses his need for support from those who may have previously opposed his policies.

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