Christopher Reeve once said: “A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure despite insurmountable odds. » Anyone can become a hero, but being an American hero is about looking beyond yourself for a greater cause. Furthermore, American heroes are heroes who find that strength and endurance not only for themselves but also for their country, for the United States. This is exactly what Franklin D. Roosevelt did. Through his leadership, Roosevelt left behind a legacy that still resonates in American politics, economics, and society today. Additionally, although he faced various trials throughout his youth and presidency, Roosevelt revived Americans' hope and confidence during the Great Depression, guided the United States to victory during World War II and created many policies and groups that changed American politics and are still beneficial today. .Franklin Delano Roosevelt was born to aristocrats James and Sara Delano Roosevelt on January 30, 1882 (Encyclopedia Britannica). Early on, his parents trained him in the good values ​​of gentlemen and introduced him to his important lineage and important relatives like his cousin, Theodore Roosevelt, who would eventually lead him into politics. Ironically, at age five, when Franklin Roosevelt met President Grover Cleveland, Cleveland told him that he hoped young Franklin would never become president (Hakim, 92-93). Little did President Cleveland know that FDR would become one of the most remarkable American presidents in history. Growing up, FDR received his basic education from tutors, then moved to Groton, where, through strict teaching methods, he learned to look at the positive side of situations instead of complaining. (Hakim, 95) Roosevelt later graduated and attended Harvard University...... middle of article...... the courage and optimism needed to take out the United States of their suffering. He forever changed the way presidents communicated with citizens; he provided comfort by bringing understanding to struggling Americans during the Depression. FDR provided reassurance and inspired new dreams of equality during World War II, and he continues to inspire today. Thanks to Roosevelt, Americans no longer live in unemployment and poverty, but as a world power and a land of opportunity. Instead of facing inferiority and discrimination, women gained the right to vote, and regardless of race, gender, or religion, every person had equal employment opportunities. He saw beyond what people wanted him to do to gain followers and fame, but he did what he thought was best for the nation. A true American hero surrenders and, overcoming obstacles, inspires a nation.