Correct boxes to check:
Further details:
The suggested answer, "ending programs to support veterans," is incorrect. The G.I. Bill (for which the official name was The Servicemen's Readjustment Act) had been signed into law in 1944 by President Roosevelt, and Truman's administration continued to support those policies supporting veterans. By 1956, nearly 8 million veterans had obtained education benefits (either college/university education or vocational training) thanks to the G.I. Bill.
And as for the answer about "cutting benefits to farmers," that is also incorrect, as Truman's "Fair Deal" plans called for various federal programs to aid farmers.
President Truman outlined his Fair Deal" in a speech delivered in January, 1949. He proposed that Congress work on:
There were more proposals as well, but most of the proposals (including most of those noted above) did not gain any traction with Congress. Congress did extend Social Security coverage and raise the benefits, and also did raise the minimum wage. But other proposals did not go into effect.
Answer:
Which of these reforms were part of Truman’s Fair Deal plans for America?
Check all of the boxes that apply.
supporting equal rights
creating federal housing programs
ensuring civil rights
raising minimum wages
Explanation:
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