FDR
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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.
Jan 2, 1941
The defense program has already resulted in a substantial increase in production, employment, and national income.
Jan 2, 1941
The budget of the United States Government for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1942, is a reflection of a world at war.
Jan 2, 1941
I expect actual expenditures to be stepped up to four and three-quarter billion dollars in the six months ending June, 1941.
Jan 2, 1941
The revenue for the fiscal year 1942 is expected to be 9 billion dollars.
Dec 30, 1940
The town of Sonoyta, Arizona, is designated as a customs port of entry.
Dec 28, 1940
The strength of this nation shall not be diluted by the failure of the Government to protect the economic well-being of its citizens.
Dec 28, 1940
Frankly and definitely there is danger ahead—danger against which we must prepare.
Dec 28, 1940
I have the profound conviction that the American people are now determined to put forth a mightier effort than they have ever yet made to increase our production of all the implements of defense.
Dec 28, 1940
Never before since Jamestown and Plymouth Rock has our American civilization been in such danger as now.
Dec 26, 1940
Proclamation No. 1519 of April 16, 1919, withdrawing certain lands in Alaska for town-site and other purposes in connection with the construction and operation of railroad lines, is hereby revoked as to the following-described areas in the…
Dec 23, 1940
I wish a Happy Christmas to all, and happier Christmases yet to come.
Dec 23, 1940
Most of all we ask a chance to do it—yes, a peaceful chance to do it.
Dec 23, 1940
I hereby exempt the said Acheson F. Hassan from compulsory retirement for age for a period of one year ending December 31, 1941.
Dec 23, 1940
It is because the spirit of unselfish service personified by the life and the teachings of Christ makes appeal to the inner conscience and hope of every man and every woman in every part of the earth.
Dec 22, 1940
Rural Electrification Administration: One private secretary or confidential assistant to the Administrator of the Rural Electrification Administration.
Dec 18, 1940
I hereby exempt the said Maurice A. Emerson from compulsory retirement for age for a period of one year ending January 31, 1942.
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