Supreme Power: Franklin Roosevelt vs. the Supreme Court

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Set against the backdrop of the 1930s, the narrative explores the clash between FDR's progressive vision and the conservative Supreme Court that undermined his New Deal initiatives. As key elements of his agenda crumble, the stakes rise for democracy itself. In a bold response, Roosevelt proposes to expand the Court and appoint justices aligned with his interpretation of a dynamic Constitution, highlighting a pivotal moment in American legal and political history.