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How did Root contribute to the administration of colonial territories gained from the Spanish–American War?
He advocated for their immediate independence
He helped design laws to administer these territories
He ignored them and focused on domestic affairs
He proposed they be sold to the highest bidder
Answer
Root helped design laws to administer these territories, specifically the Philippine Organic Act, which was passed in 1902. The act granted the Philippines autonomy in most internal affairs, but gave the United States control over foreign affairs, defense, and trade. Root also helped draft the Puerto Rico Organic Act of 1900, which gave Puerto Rico a similar degree of autonomy as the Philippines.
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