The government meant to return a sense of normalcy by promoting policies that would restore economic prosperity and stability. One such policy was the reduction of taxes and regulations to encourage business growth and investment. Another was the promotion of consumerism and the expansion of credit to stimulate demand for goods and services.
However, these policies also led to a widening wealth gap and a sense of inequality among the American people. Additionally, some government actions, such as the Palmer Raids and the Red Scare, were seen as a violation of civil liberties and due process, causing people to become suspicious and distrustful of the government.