USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -As a member of the Republican Party, Roosevelt had served as president from 1901 to 1909, becoming increasingly progressive in the later years of his presidency. In the 1908 presidential election, Roosevelt helped ensure that he would be succeeded by Secretary of War Taft.

Detailed explanation-2: -John C. Frémont ran as the first Republican nominee for President in 1856 behind the slogan “Free soil, free silver, free men, Frémont and victory!” Although Frémont’s bid was unsuccessful, the party showed a strong base.

Detailed explanation-3: -Upon entering politics, Roosevelt became the leader of the reform faction of Republicans in New York’s state legislature.