Join us for the first in a series of history programs on FDR, presented by Jeff Urbin, educator from the Roosevelt Presidential Museum and Library in Hyde Park.
The election of Franklin Roosevelt in 1932 brought about great changes in America’s political, economic and racial landscapes. This session explores how the support of Black voters shaped the Roosevelt Administration’s policies during the New Deal and World War II and helped lay the groundwork for the civil rights movement of the 50s, 60s and 70s. How did support from Black voters help elect FDR? In what way did the New Deal seek to address racial inequalities? How well did it work? What role did Black servicemen and women play in Roosevelt’s approach to winning World War II? Why wasn’t greater progress made during this time? What was Mrs. Roosevelt’s role during the Administration and beyond?
Date/Time: Monday, February 10, 6pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Registration: To register and receive the Zoom link, email columbiacountylibraries@
This program is sponsored by the Columbia County Libraries Association.