Which woman became a highly visible public figure as First Lady during the New Deal era?
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Correct answer: Eleanor Roosevelt
Eleanor Roosevelt used her role as First Lady to advocate for workers, women, African Americans, and the poor. She became one of the most active and influential First Ladies in U.S. history.
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