FDR Goes to War
FDR Goes to War by Burton W. Folsom, published by Threshold Editions on January 15, 2013, is a detailed examination of Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s wartime policies. This 384-page book presents a critical perspective on Roosevelt’s leadership during World War II, challenging the widely held belief that his actions were solely beneficial to the American economy. The author argues that the consequences of Roosevelt’s decisions led to significant economic challenges, including increased national debt and labor unrest, which have lasting implications for contemporary policies.
In this book, readers will find an exploration of the complexities surrounding Roosevelt’s presidency, particularly regarding his management of wartime economics and foreign policy. Folsom delves into the narrative that the World War II economy was a recovery boon, contrasting it with the realities of food rations, high taxes, and strikes that characterized the era. By analyzing these elements, FDR Goes to War invites readers to reconsider the legacy of one of America’s most prominent leaders, offering insights into the historical context of the 20th century and its impact on the United States today.
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From the acclaimed author of New Deal or Raw Deal?, an “eye-opening” (National Review) exposé of FDR’s destructive wartime policies.
WAS FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT REALLY A GREAT WARTIME LEADER, AS HISTORIANS ALMOST UNANIMOUSLY ASSERT?
The acclaimed author of New Deal or Raw Deal?, called “eye-opening” by the National Review, exposes the negative impact of FDR’s destructive wartime legacy on America’s economic and foreign policies today.
History books tell us the World War II economy was a boon, ending the Great Depression thanks to massive government spending. But the skyrocketing national debt, food rations, crippling taxes, and labor strikes of the time tell a story that is hardly the stuff of recovery. Instead, Roosevelt’s poor judgment and confused management left Congress with a devastating fiscal mess after the final bomb was dropped and ushered in a new era of imperialism for the executive branch. In this provocative book, Burton W. Folsom and Anita Folsom make a stunning case that will force America to take a second look at one of its most complicated presidents.
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