Taming the Street

In Taming the Street, award-winning journalist Diana B. Henriques explores President Franklin D. Roosevelt's struggle to regulate Wall Street following the catastrophic 1929 stock market crash and the Great Depression. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Henriques highlights Roosevelt’s efforts to curb unchecked capitalism and protect ordinary investors, while detailing the fierce opposition from Wall Street's established elite. This compelling narrative not only sheds light on a pivotal moment in American history but also raises critical questions about the relationship between capitalism and the common good, resonating with contemporary issues of inequality.