The Progressive Movement (1900-1920) was basically a reform movement. The movement drew its ideals and inspiration from the writings of Thomas Jefferson and reform groups that had attracted some attention in the 19th Century. The progressives were successful in part because they were able to rally the better part of a generation to their ideas about reform. While not all progressives supported all progressive reforms, the basic objectives of the movement included the following: Destruction of the monopolistic power of the major corporations and banks in America. More representative government at all political levels in local, state, and national government. An active government that would take the initiative in reform. The right of labor to organize and secure a decent salary and safe working conditions. More economic and political rights for women. Regulation of child labor. The direct election of United States Senators. A graduated income tax that would fall hardest on the wealthy and least on the poor. Enactment of the initiative, referendum, and recall. Reform of city government Nationalization of railroads and banks. Government owned and operated local utilities. Consumer protection laws to prevent the sale of unsafe food and drugs.
Reforming city governments
The reform idea which was a common goal of the populist and the progressive was to regulate business, and to ensure that the government of the day worked better.
an end to poverty (apex)
to make government more efficient, less corrupt and more democratic
The one goal of Americanization movement during the progressive era was that to make immigrants more loyal and moral citizens.
The main goal of the Progressive movement was purification of government, as Progressives tried to expose and undercut political machines and bosses
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reforming government
The reform idea which was a common goal of the populist and the progressive was to regulate business, and to ensure that the government of the day worked better.
The MAIN goal of progressives is to help the lives of people to become better.
In the 19th century the most important goal for many progressive minded women was the right to vote. It was finally a reality in 1920.
The long awaited goal of the Woman's Right Movement achieved during the Progressive Era was the right to vote.
The long awaited goal of the Woman's Right Movement achieved during the Progressive Era was the right to vote.
To obtain maximum control of the economy.
an end to poverty (apex)
One goal held by some advocates of the Progressive movement was to think now. These people wanted to see positive new things created.
to make government more efficient, less corrupt and more democratic
The one goal of Americanization movement during the progressive era was that to make immigrants more loyal and moral citizens.