20. President Bill Clinton and the Rwandan Genocide
In 1994, President Bill Clinton’s hesitation to intervene in Rwanda during the genocide drew sharp criticism from the international community. The U.S. government’s reluctance to commit resources or take decisive action allowed the massacre to unfold largely unchecked, costing hundreds of thousands of lives. Clinton’s inaction stands in stark contrast to later, more assertive humanitarian interventions. For further analysis, see PBS Frontline.
