He believe that the federal government could not give direct aid to individuals. Hoover believed in free market capitalism and he opposed government intervention so he didn't do much at first. later on as the depression got worse he tired to increase government help but it was too late for the public who voted FDR into office in 1932.
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Herbert Hoover's middle name was Clark
Herbert Hoovers kids names are Herbert Clark Hoover Jr. and Allan Henry Hoover.:) lol :)
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Hoover's belief in rugged individualism shaped his policies based on self government and equal opportunity with little charity.
Hoovervilles were shantytowns during President Hoovers term also during The Great DepressionYes, they were places where homless, jobless people lived. They consisted of small shacks. This was during the 1930's (The Great Depression)