29.) The New Deal represented in the eyes of many Americans what they hoped would be a new set of opportunities for minorities and women, but sadly what these groups gained was limited. Prejudice and discrimination continued to plague them and to prevent their full and equal participation in national life. However, although many minorities faced challenges in seeing the full benefits of FDR’s New Deal programs there were several people who greatly benefited from these progressive reforms. Please discuss the effects that the New Deal programs had on minority groups, women, and labor unions. Also include some of the challenges presented to them in the areas of social and economic gains while also discussing any significant minority figures (this includes women) who played an important role in implementing the New Deal. (Chapter 15) Things to think about and discuss: Discuss the political/social effects that the New Deal Programs had on minority groups, women, and labor unions. Explain the challenges that these groups still faced despite the implementation of the New Deal. Identify and discuss the contributions of several women and minority figures who greatly benefited from or contributed to the success of the New Deal.