Rapid industrialization had contributed to the growth of the nation's cities, population, and wealth. This growth had come at a cost, however. Progressives wanted to free the existing government of corruption so that it could be more efficient in an expanded role as guardian of workers and the poor.
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If you mean 'graft' as another word for bribery: no, progressives certainly don't support that.
Progressives wanted to make cities and factories cleaner and safer.
Progressives of the late 19th and early 20th centuries worked to improve working conditions as well as regulate child labor. Additionally, Progressives embraced modern technology and fought against corruption in American politics.
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