Thesis Statement
Although there is still controversy over Franklin D. Roosevelt’s effectiveness on ending the Great Depression, his leadership and determination was irrefutable. Laws and programs formed during the First Hundred Days, jobs created within the New Deal programs, and government reforms have led to a positive legacy towards the economic face of America.
"My friends, may this be the symbol of my intention to be honest and to avoid all hypocrisy or sham, to avoid all silly shutting of the eyes to the truth in this campaign. You have nominated me and I know it, I am here to thank you for the honor. Let it also be symbolic that in so doing I broke tradition. Let it be from now on the task of our party to break foolish tradition." - Franklin Delano Roosevelt