Successes of the New Deal

The New Deal reduced unemployment

• It prevented a possible revolution as people had founded hope in the new government
• It restored democracy in the USA as other countries turned to authoritarianism to deal with effects of the depression
• The Tennessee Valley Authority changed relations between the central and local governments in a positive manner
• It also provided social welfare services to those in need and living in poverty
• A compulsory pension scheme was introduced
• Unemployment insurance was also given to those unemployed
• Social services provided by the public works were sustainable
• Schools and health services were constructed
• The banking and finance sector were revitalized
• The farming produce was greatly improved
• The manufacturing industry was revived
• Many people were able to get and secure employment
• The American currency got its value back and inflation was reduced

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