Which statement best explains why Huey P. Long’s “Share Our Wealth” movement shown in Document 1 appealed to so many Americans during the 1930's?

Question

A.
Many Americans were concerned about the budget deficit.
B.
Many Americans were concerned their taxes would increase.
C.
Many Americans were concerned about the state of the economy.
D.
Many Americans were concerned the government was too powerful.

Answer 1

C. Many Americans were concerned about the state of the economy.

Huey P. Long's "Share Our Wealth" movement appealed to many Americans during the 1930s primarily because the Great Depression had caused widespread economic hardship, and people were looking for solutions to the severe economic inequalities and poverty they were experiencing.