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Did progressives try to make America more democratic during the Progressive Era and industrialization?
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I suppose yes during the progressive era, considering the women's suffrage movement. Mostly those involved during the industrialization of America already had the right to vote.
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What were some areas of reform that the Progressives targeted?
America, newyork city
The process of transformed America from an agricultural to a manufacturing-based society?
Industrialization
Why did industrialization take place in the north?
Industrialization had been growing slowly since America's foundation, but the War of 1812 was the beginning for major industrialization because the US could no longer buy British manufactured goods and had to make their own.
Which areas in America began to grow most rapidly as a result of expansion and industrialization?
urban areas
What are democratic reforms introduced by the progressives?
The Progressive Movement (1900-1920) was basically a reform movement. The movement drew its ideals and inspiration from the writings of Thomas Jefferson and reform groups that had attracted some attention in the 19th Century. The progressives were successful in part because they were able to rally the better part of a generation to their ideas about reform. Many of their ideas were adopted by the two major parties. While not all progressives supported all progressive reforms, the basic objectives of the movement included the following: Destruction of the monopolistic power of the major corporations and banks in America. More representative government at all political levels in local, state, and national government. An active government that would take the initiative in reform. The right of labor to organize and secure a decent salary and safe working conditions. More economic and political rights for women. Regulation of child labor. The direct election of United States Senators. A graduated income tax that would fall hardest on the wealthy and least on the poor. Enactment of the initiative, referendum, and recall. Reform of city government Nationalization of railroads and banks. Government owned and operated local utilities. Consumer protection laws to prevent the sale of unsafe food and drugs. Progressives were found in all levels of society including the ranks of the very wealthy, the very poor, the middle class, and minority groups. Progressives were politicians, businessmen, workers, artists, and professionals. The progressive agenda was not an attempt to gain equality for all races and individuals in society. While minorities were represented among the leadership, most progressives were white, anglo-saxon protestants (WASPs), whose American roots were established by many generations.
Who were the progressives in 1895?
The Progressives started as European liberals seeking to change the effect industrialization had on policies and ideas. It is written that they have a more socialist idea of world policies. The progressives led the Progressive Era in America. This era took place between the time of 1890-1919. They were concerned with social injustice and safety for the people.
Why was Progressive Era important for America?
The main goal of the Progressive movement was purification of government, as Progressives tried to expose and undercut political machines and bosses
What is progessivism?
Social Progressivism was known as just Progressivism, in the Progressive Era 1890-1920 pre - Great Depression. Known for rapid industrialization and introduced to America as social movments grew into a political movement.
Is America a democratic country?
yes,america is a democratic country.
What were three political goals of the progressives?
While not all progressives supported all progressive reforms, the basic objectives of the movement included the following: Destruction of the monopolistic power of the major corporations and banks in America. More representative government at all political levels in local, state, and national government. An active government that would take the initiative in reform.
What role did the industrialization of sugar play in the founding of America?
the role of industrialization of sugar palyed many
When was Democratic Socialists of America created?
Democratic Socialists of America was created in 1982.
What long-term impacts did progressives have on America?
the initiative,referendum and recall.
What were some areas of reform that the Progressives targeted?
America, newyork city
Was Helen Keller a democrat or Republican?
Helen Keller was a member of the Socialist Party of America, which is different from both the Democratic and Republican parties. She was an advocate for progressive and socialist ideals.
How did industrialization and immigration change the face of America?
yes.
Can you make me a sentence using industrialization?
Thanks to industrialization at the turn of the last century, America became a world leader.
