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Question 21 • OK-US History-Sem A-CR - 37454A

Why did Taft’s opponent in the 1908 presidential race claim that Taft was running two campaigns?

Answer

A

Taft campaigned as a progressive Republican in the West and a conservative Republican in the East.

B

Taft planned to continue Roosevelt’s policies and introduce some of Bryant’s policies as president.

C

Taft campaigned as a Republican in some states and as a Democrat in others.

D

Taft encouraged progressive Republicans to join the Democratic Party.

Explanation

Taft’s opponent, William Jennings Bryan, accused him of presenting different political faces to different regions. Taft appealed to progressive Republicans in the West while reassuring conservative Republicans in the East. This led Bryan to say Taft was effectively running two campaigns, making A the correct choice.

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