an economic policy in which the government attempts to indirectly aid the needy by promoting economic growth at the business level in the hope that it will influence prosperity at all levels
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AAA (Agricultural Adjustment Act)
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regulated farm production, helped to raise farm income
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TVA (Tennessee Valley Authority)
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gave jobs rebuilding the Tennessee Valley; brought flood relief and hydroelectric power to the area
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CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps)
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relief that provided work for young men 18-25 years old in food control, planting, flood work, etc.
(Banking Act of 1933) - Established the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation and included banking reforms, some designed to control speculation. Repealed in 1999, opening the door to scandals involving banks and stock investment companies.
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Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
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1934 - Created to supervise stock exchanges and to punish fraud in securities trading.
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Social Security Act
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guaranteed retirement payments for enrolled workers beginning at age 65; set up federal-state system of unemployment insurance and care for dependent mothers and children, the handicapped, and public health
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FDIC (Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation)
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the government agency that insures customers' deposits if a bank fails