<span>Theodore Roosevelt
</span>
<span>Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson
each expanded the powers of the presidency. Roosevelt worked closely
with Congress, sending it messages defining his legislative powers. He
also took the lead in developing the international power of the United
States.</span>
They did that because they thought that their citizens thout h\that they would be treated a secondary citizens.
Answer:
But the number one lesson learned is: Don't fight a war. (Nothing is worth fighting for, besides we are all getting along so well there will be no reason to fight any more wars)
Explanation:
They felt that the national government would abuse their power without a list of rights that are guaranteed to the people.
Perry approached Japan in a somewhat threatening manner. He sought after them with a navy vessel at his side and basically told them to open their trade relations or else. =)