How Did the New Deal Change Attitudes About the Role

question 84

Essay

How did the New Deal change attitudes about the role of government in the economy, and the government's responsibility for the social welfare of ordinary Americans? What economic and social-welfare programs today trace their origins to New Deal legislation?

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Definitions:

Coal Mine Pollution

Environmental damage caused by the extraction and processing of coal, including air and water pollution.

Coal Mine Pollution

Environmental contamination resulting from the extraction and processing of coal.

Sulfur Dioxide Emissions

Pollutants released into the atmosphere, primarily from burning fossil fuels, that can lead to acid rain and harm to human health.

Environmental Standard

Environmental standard is a guideline or limit placed on levels of pollutants or emissions that activities, industries, or products must comply with to protect the environment.