Flashcard on the 1908 Presidential Election

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Which political party did Taft represent in the 1908 election?

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Republican

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Compared to Roosevelt, what did Taft want in terms of reforms?

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Fewer reforms

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What did Taft confess about his feelings as President?

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He never felt like the president

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What is the main theme of the cartoon?

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Going in the wrong direction

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Which regions were primarily targeted by Taft's Dollar Diplomacy?

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Latin America and China

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What role did the U.S. military play in Taft's foreign policy?

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To ensure any rebellions were stopped

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What was the expected effect of U.S. citizens investing in Latin America according to Taft's policy?

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Europeans would not invest

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What did the New Nationalism campaign focus on?

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Progressive changes

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What was the Republican Party's decision regarding the 1912 nomination?

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Choose Taft

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What was the Progressive Party's stance on child labor?

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Against child labor