1. Progressive Era Reform Changing the Nation 1890s-1917 USH&G

2. Who were the Progressives?” Those who wanted “progress” –Defined as reform or change –In politics, economics & in society Those who believed –it was their job to push for changes –it was/is the government’s duty was to make the changes last

3. Wrote magazines & books aimed at exposing “the filth” in the US –Spoke out against monopolies & trusts –Exposed City corruption –Exposed the KKK –Wrote about worker’s conditions The Jungle Writers (a.k.a.Muckrakers)

4. Social Reforms Women’s Rights Anti-liquor Anti-discrimination for blacks Help for the poor & immigrants –Social Gospel Movement

5. Political & Business Reforms Unfair Business Practices –Socialism’s response Worker’s Rights Government corruption Voting & Election changes

6. Other Reforms Education Conservation of Natural Resources

7. Political Accomplishments- Local & State Direct primaries Secret Ballot Initiative, referendum & recall Commissioner & City Managers

8. Political Accomplishments- National Federal Income Tax –16 th Amendment Direct Election of US Senators –17 th Amendment Prohibition –18 th Amendment National Women’s Suffrage –19 th Amendment

9. Business & Other Reforms- Local & National Regulation of RRs, trusts & banks Consumer Protection Laws Conservation Workplace Reform