People love ranking presidents, but what if some of the so-called “greats” actually caused the biggest problems? Leaders who expanded government power, ignored the Constitution, or made reckless decisions left a lasting impact, shaping the country in ways most history books don’t talk about. Some presidents got the U.S. into wars it didn’t need, others created programs that backfired, and a few ignored the limits of their power altogether.

What happens when a president decides the rules don’t apply to him? How did major disasters—economic crashes, endless wars, and even the surveillance state—start with decisions made in the Oval Office? 

Dig into the choices these presidents made, the consequences that followed, and what their legacies mean for the future. The past isn’t just about memorizing names and dates—it’s about understanding how bad leadership affects real people and why being in charge doesn’t always mean doing the right thing.