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FDR: More disturbing was the fact that long neglect of the needs of the underprivileged had brought too many of our people to…

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More disturbing was the fact that long neglect of the needs of the underprivileged had brought too many of our people to the verge of doubt as to the successful adaptation of our historic traditions to the complex modern world.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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Roosevelt highlights the societal challenges faced by the underprivileged and the need for adaptation.

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