History The Great Depression Questions
The Great Depression had a significant impact on African Americans. They faced high unemployment rates, poverty, and discrimination during this time. Many lost their jobs and struggled to find new employment opportunities. African American communities were hit particularly hard as they were already facing economic and social challenges due to racial segregation and discrimination. The New Deal programs implemented by President Franklin D. Roosevelt aimed to provide relief and recovery, but they often excluded or discriminated against African Americans. However, the Great Depression also led to increased activism and mobilization within the African American community, as they fought for equal rights and economic opportunities.