10. President Herbert Hoover and the Great Depression
President Herbert Hoover’s hesitation to enact aggressive government intervention as the Great Depression worsened is widely seen as a critical misstep. Believing in limited government, Hoover delayed action while unemployment soared and banks collapsed. In stark contrast, Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal brought bold reforms and relief programs. Hoover’s reluctance highlighted how delayed decisions can magnify national crises. Explore more at History.com.
