Woodrow Wilson and the Election of 1912

What strategy did Wilson use during the 1912 presidential campaign?

• He distanced himself from the personal attacks between Roosevelt and Taft.

• He engaged in direct debates with Roosevelt and Taft.

• He avoided discussing any political issues.

• He focused on criticizing the other candidates' personal lives.

Which of the following was NOT a key issue in the 1912 election?

• Women's suffrage

• Pensions for retirees

• Abolishing the federal trade commission

• Banning child labor

What percentage of the popular vote did Wilson secure in the 1912 election?

• 35%

• 50%

• 60%

• 42%

What was Wilson's professional background before becoming President?

• He was a lawyer, history professor, and university president.

• He was a businessman and entrepreneur.

• He was a journalist and author.

• He was a military general.

What was the focus of Wilson's New Freedom platform?

• Expanding the U.S. territory

• Strengthening antitrust laws, reducing tariffs, and banking reform

• Increasing military spending

• Promoting isolationism