1. Start Up
What does the word “progressive” mean? Explain!

2. What are some characteristics and beliefs of Progressives?
Start Up
What are some characteristics and beliefs of Progressives?

3. Who Were the Progressives?

4. I. What Did Progressives Believe?
Wanted to end abuses of power
Believed
The world was progressing
a. Things in the US would get better w/ work
In science and efficiency
a. Would use science to solve all economic, social, and political problems
Government could & would work for the good of all people, not just some

5. Progressive Beliefs (cont.)
C. Wanted to decrease the power of political parties in favor of putting power directly into the hands of the people

6. II. What Were Progressives Like?
Middle class
Many women
Most white
Status = education and accomplishments, NOT family background (WASPs)
Pushed professional organizations & credentials to be sure people solving problems were well-qualified