Willkie Attacks New Deal In 1940 Campaign Talks
The excerpts summarize Willkie speeches from 1940 criticizing the New Deal for economic missteps and foreign policy isolation. He argues spending should be limited, farmers suffer under centralized Washington control, and U S loneliness results from eight years of policy. He pledges no immediate farm program changes without a better plan.
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Willkie contrasts regional industry growth in 1940 campaign
Willkie in Syracuse and Fall River argues New Deal spending favors the South and Midwest at the North’s expense. He cites Alabama Power aiding industry relocation and notes his own Indiana farms while criticizing TVA and regional imbalance amid 1940 campaign events.
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We're voting for Franklin D. Roosevelt
The author denounces Willkie for confusion and insincerity over foreign policy and domestic unity. The piece endorses Franklin D. Roosevelt, arguing his leadership and clear sense of direction unify the nation.
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