The New Deal
The Second New Deal
The Presidents Promise
The New Deal was the name of President Franklin Roosevelt's legislative agenda for rescuing the United States from the Great Depression. the depression was caused by the instability of the market and that government intervention was necessary to rationalize and stabilize the economy.
The New Deal consisted of large projects, such as road building which were designed to relieve unemployment and provide a boost to the economy.
The New Deal was loosely based upon an economic theory called Keynesianism. Which believes that in times of ressession, governments should try to stimulate the economy by creating employment.
The CCC
The Civilian Conservation Corps was created in 1933 by FDR to combat unemployment. This work relief program had the desired effect and provided jobs for many Americans during the Great Depression. The CCC was responsible for building many public works and created structures and trails in parks across the nation.