How was Theodore Roosevelt able to initiate progressive reforms that were unpopular with his party?

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Responses

Roosevelt had friends within Congress.

Roosevelt had friends within Congress.

Roosevelt was popular with Americans.

Roosevelt was popular with Americans.

Roosevelt had the support of the Supreme Court.

Roosevelt had the support of the Supreme Court.

Roosevelt won the presidential election by a landslide.

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The correct response is:

Roosevelt was popular with Americans.

His popularity allowed him to push for progressive reforms that might have been unpopular with some members of his own party, as he could leverage public support to overcome internal opposition.