Question

\security was attained in the earlier days through the interdependence of members of families upon each other and of the families within a small community upon each other. the complexities of great communities and of organized industry make less real these simple means of security. therefore, we are compelled to employ the active interest of the nation as a whole through government in order to encourage a greater security for each individual who composes it... this seeking for a greater measure of welfare and happiness does not indicate a change in values. it is rather a return to values lost in the course of our economic development and expansion...\ - excerpt from franklin roosevelts \message of the president to congress\ regarding the proposed social security act, june 8, 1934. in his message to congress, what does president franklin d. roosevelt cite as the reason for needing a federal social insurance program? a the united states was the only country not currently using a social security system, so adopting one would keep the country competitive. b since times have changed, simple ways of securing our future are no longer relevant. c since money was needed to fund the military, this was the best way to \borrow\ from the american people. d the president believed americans are not capable of taking care of themselves so a forced government program should be instituted.

Explanation:

The text mentions that in the past, security was achieved through family interdependence in small communities. But now, due to the complexities of large communities and organized industry, these simple means (family - based security in small communities) are no longer sufficient. So, the government needs to step in.

Answer:

B. Since times have changed, simple ways of securing our future are no longer relevant.