America’s Irish Roots
Featuring Geraldine Byrne Nason, Ambassador of Ireland to the United States
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President Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected to office at the height of the Great Depression. He ushered in an environment of hope as he promised prompt, vigorous action for America. His wife, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, broke many precedents by holding press conferences, giving lectures and radio broadcasts, and traveling. The Roosevelts brought change and hope to the American people and the Executive Mansion.