Critical Thinking 23-5 #3

The New Deal expanded the power of the federal government in a number of different ways in order to help the nation recover from the Great Depression. The government was given a more important role in the economy. Some critics did not believe that this was the right way to handle the situation. They thought that the government's power was expanded to the point where it was interfering with business and free enterprise. The government had the ability to regulate banking and investment, as well as supply and demand. It could also participate in issues of management and labor. While the New Deal did limit businesses, it was necessary and helpful. The Depression was not over yet, but people were given hope along with work, money, and food. This would help the people survive the difficult times they were struggling in.