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Why were most election reforms during the progressive era legislated by state governments and not be the federal government?
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∙ 7y ago
Because the states had the power for individual elections, and they had jurisdiction over electoral procedures
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoStates have jurisdiction over election procedures
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Why were most election reforms during the progressive Era legistated by state governments and not by the federal government?
During the Progressive Era, the federal government was still fairly limited in its power, closer to the original intent of the Framer's concept of federalism. Many of the issues involved powers that were considered reserved to the states exclusively. Matters related to elections were considered the responsibilities of the states.
Did the US have to vote to make Alaska a state?
There was no general election on that matter, it was legislated by the US Congress.
How many types of governments are there in Canada?
Federal Government ( Parliament ) the Senate Provincial Government ( Legislature ) Local Government ( Mayors and Councillors for that city )
The ratification of the 17th Amendment in 1913 was a Progressive Era reform that gave the people a greater voice in government by?
Providing for the direct election of U.S. senators.
What election practices did progressive argue for?
literacy tests
What two parties were voted in the 1997 Irish elections?
Fianna Fáil and the Progressive Democrats entered a coalition government after the 1997 general election in Ireland.
Which election best demonstrates the influence of the progressive party?
The 1912 election of Theodore Roosevelt.
Which is true the 1912 presidential election?
Because all three major candidates were Progressive, Progressive votes were split.
In the presidential election of 1912 progressive politicians were given what?
In the presidential election of 1912, progressive politicians were given a platform to advocate for reforms such as women's suffrage, workers' rights, and income tax. This election marked a significant shift in American politics as the progressive movement gained momentum and challenged the established political parties. The election ultimately led to the formation of the Progressive Party, also known as the Bull Moose Party, by former President Theodore Roosevelt, who campaigned on a platform of progressive policies.
Was there a change in government at the last federal election?
No, there was no change in government at the last federal election. The incumbent government remained in power after the election.
In the presidential election of 1912, progressive politicians?
were given a resounding endorsement
When is the next government election?
The next government election in the United States will be in 2016.
