This summary describes an issue faced by Congress during the 1930s.In 1890 most families lives in rural areas in close proximity to their extended families. Only 28% of the population lived in urban areas. By 1930, that percentage had doubled to 56%. During this time, the traditional extended family split apart as the younger generation moved to the cities to work in factories. This left the older generation with no one to provide for them as they became too old to work. By 1934 more than half the elderly population lacked the financial means to support themselves. How did Congress respond to this issue?

Then try StudyFetch, the AI-powered platform that can answer your questions and teach you more about it!