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This resource explores the various salvos launched against President Franklin D. Roosevelt's New Deal programs during the Great Depression. It delves into the arguments made by conservatives, business leaders, and other critics who believed the New Deal was ineffective, socialist, or unconstitutional. The analysis includes the key figures involved in the opposition and the long-term impact of these criticisms on American political discourse and economic policy.

Dive into Jonathan Alter's compelling account, 'The Defining Moment,' which chronicles FDR's Hundred Days and the radical transformation of American government. This vivid narrative reveals President Franklin D. Roosevelt's bold leadership, implementing the New Deal history that brought a triumph of hope during the Great Depression. A must-read for anyone interested in American political history.