How do historians view Borah's intentions to settle differences with Hitler?
It's viewed as proactive
It has not enhanced his historical reputation
It's viewed as naive
It's seen as appeasement
Answer
Borah's intentions to settle differences with Hitler have not improved his historical standing, as it is viewed as a naïve and unsuccessful attempt to appease an aggressive dictator. His unwillingness to confront Hitler's expansionism contributed to the outbreak of World War II and the devastation that followed.
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