The correct answer of the given question above would be option C. Theodore Roosevelt wanted William Taft to succeed him as president because Roosevelt thought Taft would carry out Roosevelt’s progressive reforms. This was the time that Roosevelt knew that reforms could be the wedge t<span>hat could divide the Eastern establishment wing of the party. Hope this answer helps.</span>
The borders. It was based and developed on the idea that the cotton producing and other "Goods States" had more value with slaves. Abolishing slavery would in turn take its toll on the states.
