Which of the following best describes the Nixon administration's response to the election of Salvador Allende as president of Chile in 1970?
A) The administration grudgingly recognized Allende's position once it was evident that the election was valid.
B) The administration worked through the CIA to encourage Chilean military officers to overthrow Allende.
C) The administration extended support to Allende in order to woo him away from Soviet influence.
D) The administration pressured other Latin American nations to join in a total boycott of Chilean goods.

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The Nixon administration, through the CIA, actively worked to undermine and ultimately overthrow Allende's presidency. This included funding opposition groups, supporting strikes and demonstrations, and encouraging the military to stage a coup.

Which of the Following Best Describes the Nixon Administration's Response