Historical Events tagged with "job changes"
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Roosevelt Implements Wage and Price Controls
In a bid to control rising inflation during wartime, U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt instituted controls that included freezing wages and prices. This move aimed to stabilize the economy, which faced inflationary pressures due to the demands of World War II. Additionally, he implemented restrictions on job changes for workers and barred fare increases for public utilities, indicating the depth of economic challenges faced during this period. These measures were essential for maintaining economic balance amid extensive military recruitment and factory production mobilization.
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