The 2008 Financial Crisis: Crash Course Economics

The video explores the 2008 financial crisis, detailing how risky mortgage practices and financial instruments led to a housing bubble that burst, causing widespread economic turmoil. The government intervened with measures like TARP and Dodd-Frank to stabilize the economy and prevent future crises. Key lessons include understanding perverse incentives and moral hazards.

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