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Plain History: The Smoot-Hawley Tariff and the Great Depression

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Hoover and the Smoot-Hawley Tariff

This chapter examines Herbert Hoover's political journey leading up to the presidency and his responses to agricultural crises during the late 1920s. It highlights the contentious Smoot-Hawley Tariff legislation, exploring its political complexities, influence on American farmers, and the absence of consumer advocacy. The narrative reveals the intricate maneuvering within Congress as the bill evolved into a broad and controversial measure aimed at protecting American industries amidst economic turmoil.

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