Martin Van Buren

Martin Van Buren was the eighth President of the United States, serving from 1837 to 1841. A key figure in the founding of the Democratic Party, he was known for his political acumen and expertise in party organization. Van Buren faced significant challenges during his presidency, particularly the Panic of 1837, an economic crisis marked by widespread unemployment and bank failures. He believed in limited government intervention in the economy, which shaped his responses to the crisis. Although he was not re-elected, Van Buren's influence on American politics and his role in the Democratic Party endured long after his presidency.