Impact of the New Deal on state and federal government
Power of the federal government INCREASED dramatically
It moved beyond regulatory role it played under the Progressives
The federal government assumed a principal role in protecting the economic stability of the country.
Government had a responsibility to make the national economy run smoothly and efficiently, as well as an INCREASED responsibility in the people’s economic welfare.
Conflicting arguments about the New Deal legislation
One school of thought argued that an increase in the role of government was intrusive & detrimental.
Others argue that the INCREASE in the role of government was needed in order to restore the economy.
Changed the way many citizens view the responsibilities of the government during times of economic distress.