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Why did Roosevelt feel the need to propose expanding the number of justices on the Supreme Court?

Why did Roosevelt feel the need to propose expanding the number of justices on the Supreme Court?
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Why did Roosevelt feel the need to propose expanding the number of justices on the Supreme Court?

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Because many of his 'new deal' programs were struck down by republicans in the court, so he wanted to add six more to tilt tides in his political favor. 
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