America Seeks Reforms in the Early 20th Century The Progressive Era America Seeks Reforms in the Early 20th Century
Origins of Progressivism As America entered the 20th century, reformers began addressing the problems of the Gilded Age: Economic inequities Environmental issues Social welfare Working conditions Rights for women and children
Four Goals of Reformers Protect social welfare Promote moral development Secure economic reform Foster efficiency
REFORMING INDUSTRY Together, work on p. 280 #1-4 pp. 280-285 – at least seven notes “Reforming the Workplace” “Triangle Shirtwaist Co. Fire” AND “Progressivism and the Supreme Court” “Labor Unions” Share your notes with your group members Together, work on p. 280 #1-4
REFORMING INDUSTRY Together, work on p. 280 #1-4 pp. 280-285 – at least seven notes “Reforming the Workplace” “Triangle Shirtwaist Co. Fire” AND “Progressivism and the Supreme Court” “Labor Unions” Share your notes with your group members Together, work on p. 280 #1-4