THE GREAT DEPRESSION 1929 1940
THE GREAT DEPRESSION
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Question
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The government should help the people
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The government should avoid direct involvement
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The government should provide solutions to the people
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The government should shut down
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Detailed explanation-1: -He believed in a limited role for government and worried that excessive federal intervention posed a threat to capitalism and individualism. He felt that assistance should be handled on a local, voluntary basis. Accordingly, Hoover vetoed several bills that would have provided direct relief to struggling Americans.
Detailed explanation-2: -Why did Hoover believe the government should not step in to help individuals? He believed the American “rugged individualism” would keep the economy moving. He also believed that if the government created jobs that it would just raise government spending.
Detailed explanation-3: -In keeping with these principles, Hoover’s response to the crash focused on two very common American traditions: He asked individuals to tighten their belts and work harder, and he asked the business community to voluntarily help sustain the economy by retaining workers and continuing production.