presidency

=Possible Exam Topic: The Changing Role of the Presidency= If you post something, please identify yourself by your initials.

** In the beginning- president was mainly a role needed during wartime, Didn’t control economy (business cycle) Viewed as a safety net for citizens Made war decisions Dealt with the big picture of America (war), rather then economical and social aspects Presidency becomes involved with economic troubles- blamed for failure Depended on the people to bring economy back up Gained trust of people Personable, relatable Used the people to back him up Let them know they weren’t alone Controlled economy NEW DEAL- Worked with the people, FOR the people Got people wanting to help Inspired Nationalism
 * CD**
 * ok so im not sure if this is correct or will help (and i know these arent all the presidents between WWI and WWII) but if it helps lay it all out there, well here ya go!
 * WWI: WILSON**
 * GREAT DEPRESSION: HOOVER**
 * GREAT DEPRESSION: ROOSEVELT**
 * WWII: HOOVER**