Question

 In his message to Congress, what does President Franklin D. Roosevelt cite as the reason for needing a federal social insurance program?

Answer 1

President Franklin D. Roosevelt cite the main purpose of the program was to secure all of nation’s  men, women, and children against hazards and vicissitudes of life. No one can guarantee the country against the dangers of depressions, and the plan for social security is a measure of prevention and alleviation.