How did the "rule of reason," supported by William Howard Taft, differ from Theodore Roosevelt's New Nationalism?

A: The New Nationalism would allow trusts to squeeze out smaller businesses while the "rule of thumb" would not.

B: The New Nationalism would weaken the hard line set by the Sherman Antitrust Act while the "rule of reason" would strengthen it.

C: The New Nationalism would back stronger government power to bust trusts while the "rule of reason" would weaken that power.

D: The New Nationalism would seek government control over telephone and telegraph rates while the "rule of reason" would not.

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Ghoulie

12 July, 17:44

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Lillie Lawrence · Answer 1

The New Nationalism would back stronger government power to bust trusts, while the Rule of Reason would weaken that power.

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