What effect did Truman's disregard for polls showing low approval ratings have on his presidency and actions?

A)It allowed him to present a false sense of confidence and pander to key electoral constituencies.
B)It liberated his presidency and allowed him to concentrate on the issues that mattered most to the country at large.
C)It opened him to political attacks and shifted his focus to narrow political interests.
D)It freed him of all political opposition, allowing his to work to please local constituencies.


B

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