Among all the factors that led to Hitler's rise in power, some were more crucial than others. The Social Democrats and the Center Party failing to form a coalition, the depression, and the passing of the Enabling Act were of the more critical ones.
The depression in the early 1930s helped Hitler's rise to power, because during a time when people were in need, he was able to promise them things like food and shelter, and they had no choice other than to believe him. Although he never carried through on his promises he still gained popularity during this rough period, popularity that would eventually help him in later elections.…
