The Benefits And Limitations Of The 1920's

The 1920’s are often referred to as the roaring twenties. It was the time of economic prosperity and technological advances. More and more Americans were relocating into cities instead of rural areas. The wealth of the nation nearly doubled resulting in America becoming a consumer society (Mintz & McNeil). Spending was at an all time high; Americans spent their money on new items including electric refrigerators and radios. One of the most notable consumer products sold during this time was the automobile (History.com). The 1920’s also brought on positive change for the lives of women. On August 18th, 1920 the 19th amendment was made to the United State’s Constitution (National Archives). The 19th amendment granted the women of America the right to vote. With this new right came the emergence of Flappers; which showed a sense of independence for women. Flappers refer to women who went against the behaviors and standards expected of women during this time. Although there were numerous advances towards freedom brought on by the 1920’s there were also some restrictions presented. Prohibition was one of these restrictions. Prohibition
Roosevelt became President and created the New Deal that slowly brought the country out of The Great Depression. The New Deal was designed to instill legislations to improve conditions of the American people. Amid creating new policies and laws to produce jobs and financial security, the New Deal gave hope for the future. Within the first 100 days of President Roosevelt’s term, he addressed the public directly on the radio restoring confidence in U.S citizens. After declaring a 4-day bank holiday and closing all banks nation wide, President Roosevelt passed a legislation to stabilize industrial production (Bryant, Joyce). Under the New Deal the National Industrial Recovery Act was created. This gave workers the right to unionize and stand up for their right of higher wages and safe working