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Mary McLeod Bethune: A Champion for Women in the New Deal
Mary McLeod Bethune: A Champion for Women in the New Deal
4 pages
Author: Mary McLeod Bethune
DREAMS
COURAGE
EQUALITY
CHANGE
LEGACY
Summary
A woman named Mary McLeod Bethune. She had a heart full of kindness and a mind full of dreams. Mary believed that every person, no matter their background, deserved a chance to succeed. During the Great Depression, times were tough. Many families struggled to make ends meet, and women faced even greater challenges. Mary knew she had to do something to help her fellow women. With determination, Mary set out on a mission to make a difference. She spoke up for the rights of women, especially those who were African American like herself. She believed that women should have equal opportunities for education, jobs, and fair treatment. During this time, the New Deal was created to help people in need. Mary saw this as a chance to advocate for women's rights. She shared her ideas on how to support women through the New Deal. With guidance, the New Deal began to include programs that provided jobs and resources for women.They opened up to education opportunities for young women.
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