"Growing Up" by Russell Baker One of the most critical economic periods in the United States history was the Great Depression, which occurred in between the two world wars. ... The Great Depression brought hard times for many families. ... Franklin Roosevelt finally won presidency and got Hoover, who everyone blamed for the depression, out of office. ... Elizabeth and Russell always wanted a house of their own with a big back yard and big rooms with fancy furniture. ... She never really got this dream but I believe that this act could have helped them out a great deal, financially and with...

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• Grade Level: High School