It must be the second choice “It was important to have popular support beforehand”
Evidence: “...but he postponed action against slavery until he believed he had wider support from the American public.”
Do you need the definitions?
Answer:
Janetta is not altruistic here
Explanation:
Janetta is not practicing altruism in the case above because she expects that people will vote for her. This is not selfless desire to help without being obligated by religion, loyalty or because one is getting something in return. Janetta is expecting something here and isn't really giving out something for nothing as is seen with altruists who merely help selflessly and have the welfare and interest of other people in mind without expecting something or asking
