Dear Obama,
I know that things must be difficult especially during these difficult times. If you find yourself needing some guidance to look towards i would suggest a book called "Great Recession" it details all of the actions that Roosevelt did during his terms in office. Just like how he came into office you were graced with a lot support from the American people determination to change the way things were done in the white house.
An article in the New Yorker written in 2008 said "Last week, the Department of Commerce reported that the economy is shrinking. Almost certainly, the United States has entered its twelfth official recession since Roosevelt’s death." just like Roosevelt you have to deal with the recession. Even if there are those that are beginning to lose faith in you, it doesn't matter because they have no idea how hard it is to run a country and the responsibility that comes with it. For the people that are calling you a socialist, dont worry. Imagine what FDR had to go through when he was trying to organize and making the economy stronger.
Anybody could tell you our economy isnt the strongest thing right, but I think your efforts so far have been very good for us. Roosevelt created plenty of new jobs and created agencies that helped to improve our country. For instance he created the REA (Rural Electrification Administration) which gave jobs to electricians who then brought electricity to rural areas. You too have done this, I've seen the construction that you have started to but, maybe you could work on creating more agencies like FDR did. I think that what you did for research universities was a very smart move because this would help us make advances in science, and putting more money into the subjects.
Your relationship with congress has definitely been a difficult one, especially with the split congress and so many conservatives accusing you of being a socialist. President Roosevelt actually threatened his congress in his own inaugural speech, which was bold and he was lucky enough to have a positive outcome. He said "I shall ask the Congress for the one remaining instrument to meet the crisis-broad Executive power to wage a war against the emergency..." I think that its time you told congress what time it is by putting your foot down on the ground. Right now you need to work on winning more republicans over by hearing them out and compromising. People these days are very stubborn and want something if it directly benefits them. As for democrats who speak against you, you just need to do the same thing. Just because they are in your party doesn't mean they think the same way you do, but despite them you're doing a great job leading them.
As for you look among the American people, you have already created a positive image that many people admire and will remember. FDR spoke to his nation when they needed it most. One example is when he re-opened the banks. I know you address the public much more, especially with so much technology to utilize, but don't forget that its important to always speak to your people. FDR did this, and "people were amazed, almost flattered that a president would talk to them directly on such an important subject." Speaking directly to the people is a good way to earn their trust especially in these dark times because people need hope.
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