The answer is <span>deforestation
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Deforestation was taking place in the United States at an alarming rate. According to Roosevelt, this would have catastrophic consequences for America's natural resources.
The square deal had 3 basic aims:
1. Conservation of Natural Resources
2. Control of Large corporations
3. To protect the General Consumer
He tried to extend the square deal in his second term but it was blocked by the Congress.
Created more African Jobs
Brought America closer to the world.
Raw Materials and natural resources, sugar, lots of Tobacco, rice, and cotton.
