How did Stanton perceive Johnson's Reform policies?
He opposed them
He supported them
He was indifferent about them
He was not involved in them
Answer
Johnson's reform policies faced staunch opposition from Stanton, who perceived them as a disruption to the established power dynamics and a hindrance to his personal political ambitions. The reforms threatened Stanton's control over patronage and appointments, challenging his influence within the Republican Party and potentially diminishing his prospects for higher political office.
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