Company policies, like this one, would drive out small businesses. ... Hoover believes that the free market, and the right to free enterprise in America are the definitions of "freedom." Free enterprise is necessary in America, but when a majority of the population is in poor financial standings, it is impossible for them to start businesses – especially in a time where banks were not as willing to loan money. ... Yet, under Hoover's administration, people were so impoverished that they couldn't even live in a home, let alone purchase a storefront for their business. ...

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The reality of the lower class was that few men brought home paychecks. ... In addition they were needed at home to help with household chores. ... According to an old study "26,000 American businesses collapsed; in 1931, 28,000 more met the same fate. ... The Federal Home Loan Bank Act created discount banks to help refinance homes and prevent foreclosures. Hoover also wanted the reform of bankruptcy laws to help in the reconstruction of businesses. ...

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We definitely need a change in our home and foreign policies and therefore it is very important who will be chosen to be our next president. ... Small businesses are especially important to minority communities. ... Governor Dean will revitalize the lending and investment programs of the Small Business Corporation. He will establish a Small Business Capital Corporation within the Small Business Administration. ... The SBCC will bring additional capital resources to small businesses. ...

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When he returned home he became the Governor of New York and Vice President of the United States. ... He took on JP Morgan and other "big trust" companies; Roosevelt was considered a trustbuster in response to public pressure for greater government intervention into businesses, he passed the Hepburn Act. ... He wanted to free Cuba from Spanish rulers and build a canal across the Panama; Roosevelt's attempt to buy the ground was unsuccessful. ... In our country he helped to set straight the commercial business world with acts like the Hepburn Act, which stopped the monopoly of the railroad...

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Mary maintained the home by working for Casso's Inn, a popular inn and stable. ... He started his own business in Greenville, Tennessee a small Tailor shop. ... His business grew and he soon joined a debate club, which soon led his popularity to arise over others. ... Johnson's decision to support the return of the pre-war social and economic system except for slavery cut short any hope for a redistribution of land to the freed-people or a more far-reaching reform program in the South. ... Johnson's decision to support the return of the pre-war social and economic system excep...

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The Battle Against Economic Recession and Terrorism The morning of September 11, 2001, seemed like any other morning as Americans were diligently going through the same old routine of trying to get to work and after a long, exhausting day return to their homes . Some did not make it back to the safe haven of their homes because four commercial jets were hijacked and two of those aircraft were flown into the World Trade Towers, leveling the once mighty skyscrapers that stood tall above New York City. ... Our strong economy took a hit after the terrorist attacks of September 11th, 2001, cau...

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Other Historians cite that Lincoln had no choice but to free the slaves in hoes of African American men joining the losing forces of the North during the civil war. ... The late 1950s and early 60s there was a television in over 70% of homes in America. ... Also in 1971, Nixon, under EO 11625 direct federal agencies to develop comprehensive plans and programs for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) to enhance and promote minority business participation in government contracting programs. ...

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After Gore's service in Vietnam, al Gore returned home to Tennessee to attend Divinity School and to work nights as a Police Reporter and City Hall Reporter for the Nashville Tennessean. ... He also proposed the creation of tax free "lifelong learning" savings accounts to help people pay for the higher education that they need to get ahead. ... Gore wanted to offer more opportunities for women-owned businesses. ...

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FDR's mother gave them a house in New York City where she also had a home. ... "Eleanor started to work in the women's division of the Democratic State Committee." (45) She brought politicians home with her to talk to Franklin. ... "Business went broke; millions of man lost their jobs. (49) Mrs. ... She gave strangers she had met in the street free meals at her house, she gave up most of her clothe and that of her family to people that needed it, she "found jobs for many worthy people." (51) Eleanor was busier than ever. ...

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Because Roosevelt was a very sick child, he had to be home schooled by different prestigious teachers. ... Many of the politicians did not like what he was doing because they were "Gilded Age" politicians who thought the government should not interfere with business. ... He gave more power to the newly created Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC), so that he could have more control in business. ...

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Theodore made it home only hours after his father had died. ... But because he was losing money in the cattle business, Roosevelt returned back East in October of 1886. ... He convinced Congress to create a Bureau of Corporations to regulate big business. ...

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Theodore made it home only hours after his father had died. ... But because he was losing money in the cattle business, Roosevelt returned back East in October of 1886. ... He convinced Congress to create a Bureau of Corporations to regulate big business. ...

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Woman suffrage is the right of women to vote. Today, women in nearly all countries have the same voting rights as men. But they did not begin to gain such rights until the early 1900's, and they had to overcome strong opposition to get them. Reading Jailed for Freedom has been like peeking into a w...

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If one were to discuss life after the Second World War, if they were not a historian would perhaps not talk much about Harry S. Truman as a major factor. Truman is ranked seventh among forty one presidents ranging from Washington to Clinton . Truman succeeded Roosevelt, after his death, and the da...

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