Question: What was the economic crisis that led to the defeat of the President who had been Governor of New York at the beginning of the 52nd New York State Legislature?
Sentence (from "Martin Van Buren"): Martin Van Buren (Dutch: "Maarten van Buren" ; December 5, 1782 – July 24, 1862) was the eighth President of the United States (1837–41).
Relevant evidence: Yes