FDR (21 gen 1933 anni – 20 gen 1945 anni)

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Was a Democrat. Marks new more liberal Democratic Party. Helped end Great Depression and managed WW2.

FDR needed a wheelchair because he got polio as a child, which paralyzed his legs. Tried to hide his disability by avoiding walking or standing in front of others. He would stand for speeches by leaning on others or a podium. He would often speak from his car. Wanted to avoid the prejudice against disabled people.

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