Franklin D. Roosevelt

Political Career

Franklin D. Roosevelt's political career spanned multiple offices and significant events.

New York State Senate

1911-1913

Roosevelt was elected to the New York State Senate.

Assistant Secretary of the Navy

1913-1920

Roosevelt served as the assistant Secretary of the Navy under President Woodrow Wilson during World War I.

Vice Presidential Candidate

1920

Roosevelt was James M. Cox's running mate on the Democratic Party's ticket in the 1920 U.S. presidential election.

Governor of New York

1929-1933

Roosevelt served as governor of New York, promoting programs to combat the Great Depression.

Presidential Election

November 8, 1932

Roosevelt was elected to the first of four presidential terms, defeating President Herbert Hoover.

Inauguration

March 4, 1933

Roosevelt was inaugurated as the 32nd president of the United States.