What characteristics did roosevelt have that made him popular with americans?

Explanation:

Which Roosevelt? Teddy and Franklin were both very popular during their terms in office. Both were very different.

Teddy did much for the environment. He was also kind of blustery, which appealed to the American male (which were the only ones that could vote at the time).

He gain much of his reputation from the Spanish American Civil war. He was seen as a stand up kind of guy who would take no guff from anyone.

Franklin, on the other hand, was the embodiment of speak quietly and carry a big stick, which is what Teddy said and Franklin did. He was, in essence, a peaceful man until he got his dander up and then he was absolutely fearless. He negotiated in good faith with the Japanese (tough but fair) until Peal Harbor and then he unleashed all of America's Military might.

He was a highly educated sensitive man (although his marks didn't reflect his intelligence) who did not neglect the American People, whom he respected and never spoke down to. He began his "fireside chats" almost from the beginning of the war and he laid it on the line, speaking with emotion and restrained bluntness.

He was a family man (five children) whom he didn't expose the public and a wife who served with him and exposed herself. The American people came to respect her almost as much as they did him. She stood strong and tall on many social reform movements.

In didn't hurt that everyone never spoke badly about the fact that he was a victim of polio. They likely thought he was great for overcoming his adversity.

so what is your question?