The Great Depression & Today:
Many people have commented that the economic challenges facing America today are similar in many ways to the challenges facing the country in the 1930’s. Before you leave today you will need to answer the following questions:
- How have Obama’s responses been similar and different to FDR’s?
- How successful have Obama’s policies been in improving conditions in the country?
- Would FDR’s solutions work today? Would Obama’s have worked in the 30’s?
Use these articles to help you think about these questions:
