Pennsylvania coal miners went on strike in 1902 how did Theodore Roosevelt's response illustrate a change in the government role?

Answer 1

Two major moves were made, the first was to invite the head of the United Mine Workers to the White House. This was unprecedented. When the mine operators refused to compromise President Roosevelt threatened to send in the military to operate the mines, a process that would have cost the miners and the mine owners. A compromise was reached.

Answer 2

For the first time, the federal government stepped in to help workers in a labor dispute.