Theodore Roosevelt's influence extended into the Taft administration from "summary" of The Rise of Theodore Roosevelt by Edmund Morris
The friendship between Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft was not only strong but also politically significant. Roosevelt was deeply involved in Taft's administration, extending his influence in various ways. Taft, who had served as Roosevelt's Secretary of War, was handpicked by Roosevelt to succeed him as President in the 1908 election. It was clear that Roosevelt had high hopes for Taft, believing that he would continue his progressive policies and maintain the Republican Party's strong position. Roosevelt's influence was evident in many of Taft's policies and decisions during his presidency. Taft continued many of Roosevelt's progressive reforms, such as the trust-busting campaign and conservation efforts. Roosevelt's passion for nature and wildlife conservation was also reflected in Taft's administration, with the continued expansion of national parks and forests. Additionally, Roosevelt's focus on foreign policy, particularly in Latin America, influenced Taft's approach to diplomacy a...
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