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What factors contributed to the Democratic Party's decline in 1938?

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The decline of the Democratic Party in 1938 can be attributed to several key factors:

  1. Internal Party Divisions: President Franklin D. Roosevelt's intervention in the 1938 Democratic primaries aimed to purge conservative Democrats, mainly from the South. This intervention highlighted deep internal divisions within the party.

  2. Economic Concerns: The late 1930s saw a recession that many termed the "Roosevelt Recession." Critics blamed some of Roosevelt’s policies for the economic downturn, leading to a loss of confidence among voters.

  3. Political Opposition: The mid-term elections of 1938 saw a resurgence of the Republican Party, as Republicans capitalized on economic worries and internal Democratic strife to make significant gains.

  4. Congressional Resistance: Roosevelt faced resistance not only from Republicans but also from conservative Democrats in Congress, which hindered his ability to pass further New Deal legislation.

These factors collectively contributed to a decline in Democratic strength and set the stage for Republican gains in the 1938 midterm elections.

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