Great Depression and Government's Economic Role
How did the Great Depression (1929–1933) shift American public opinion on the role of government in economic affairs?
A
The economic collapse led many Americans to support increased government intervention, laying the groundwork for the New Deal and a broader acceptance of federal welfare programs.
B
The crisis reinforced a belief in minimal government intervention, prompting widespread calls for deregulation and reduced federal spending.
C
Government intervention was seen as entirely ineffective during the Depression, resulting in no significant shift in public values regarding federal involvement.
D
Public opinion remained largely unchanged, with Americans continuing to rely exclusively on free-market solutions despite the crisis.
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