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The New York Stock Exchange trades a record number of shares as the stock prices plummet.
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FDR is elected president. He will go on to take many actions to help the economy.
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Many veterans marches on Washington to demand their pensions immediately. Hoover mishandled the situation and it was his ultimate downfall.
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The Glass-Steagall act is passed and creates FDIC to protect banking investments up to $5,000.
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Public Works Administration is a New Deal Program that created jobs for many men and allowed many families to receive an income.
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The Golden Gate Bridge construction is started, which will create jobs for many men.
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The Tennessee Valley Authority is signed into action. It creates jobs, navigation, flood control, and electricity.
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The government passes the Social Security Act to provide pensions for the elderly, disabled, and dependent children.
