The following presents a possible quantitative analysis of Roosevelt's "First Inaugural Address." Note how the expectations of inaugurations require that Roosevelt treat international affairs, this despite his focus on domestic problems.
1 INTRODUCTION
1 The present situation requires candor and decision, truth and boldness.
1 Our country faces serious difficulties, but we will endure and prosper.
1 There is nothing to fear but fear itself.
2-17 BODY
2 I offer leadership of frankness and vigor; therefore, I believe you will give me your support.
3-6 Frank Explanation of Current Domestic Problems
3 Our common economic problems are great.
4 But these problems do not arise not from a failure of substance, they arise from a failure of leadership.
4-5 The money-changers have failed because they sought private gain, not the public good.
6 The politicians have failed because they sought pride of place and personal profit.
7-12 Vigorous Response to Domestic Problems
7 Recovery requires immediate action.
8 We must put people to work--and the government itself can do this.
9 We must redistribute the population to better use the land.
9 We should raise the value of agricultural products.
9 We should reduce foreclosures on small homes and farms.
9 We should unify relief efforts.
9 We should form national plans for all forms of transportation, communication, and public utilities.
10 We must act quickly.
11 We must institute control on banking and develop soundness in our currency.
12 I shall seek immediate action on these initiatives in Congress and in the States.
13-14 International Affairs
13 I shall attempt to restore international trade, but that is not my first priority; we must settle our domestic economy first.
14 I will enforce a "good neighbor" policy in foreign relations.
15-17 Extreme Measures Required for Recovery
15 We must attack our common problems with the same dedication and willingness to sacrifice as in time of war.
16 Our form of government may be equal to the task of recovery, but if it is not I will seek broad powers to wage war against our emergency.
17 Because you have placed your trust in me, I will have the courage and devotion to do what is needed.
18-19 CONCLUSION
18 Recapitulation
18 The American people face hardship, but do so in a sense of moral cooperation.
18 Neither Democracy nor the people have failed.
18 The American people require vigorous action and have made me the instrument of their power.
18 I accept that power.
19 Closing prayer