Progressive Era
Definition
The Progressive Era was a period of widespread social activism and political reform across the United States that spanned from 1890s to 1920s. Key issues during this time included addressing corruption in government, women's suffrage (right to vote), labor rights etc.
Analogy
Consider Progressive Era as your school's student council election season - there's lots of campaigning for change happening around you. Just like candidates promising better cafeteria food or longer recess times; activists during this era were fighting for major societal changes too!
Related terms
Muckrakers: Journalists who exposed corruption in politics and business during the early 20th century.
19th Amendment: An amendment to U.S Constitution granting women right to vote.
Trust-Busting: Government activities aimed at breaking up monopolies and trusts.
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What impact did the progressive era have on policies in the United States?
How did the concept of republicanism evolve during the Progressive Era?
Which amendment was proposed following societal changes during Progressive Era aiming at greater democratic participation?
What is a consistent challenge in passing legislation that both the Progressive Era congresses and modern congresses have faced?
What influence did the Progressive Era have on the growth of U.S. bureaucracy?
How did the Progressive Era influence rules and regulations associated with discretionary authority in the United States?
How do Sunshine Laws correlate with historical demands for government transparency during Progressive Era?
How has the government's approach to regulating labor unions in the Progressive Era differed from its stance on workers' rights in the late 21st century?
Which amendment during the Progressive Era granted women's suffrage?
What common thread between progressive era initiatives like women's suffrage and modern movements like Black Lives Matter can be identified through poll data?
How did Progressive Era reformists' goals influence modern Democratic stances towards regulation?
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