History of the United States

Immigrants started to arrive in the 1840s mainly from Ireland. Then in the late 19th century Europeans arrived.

Progressives were interested in establishing a more transparent and accountable government which would work to improve U.S. society. These reformers favored such policies as civil service reform, food safety laws, and increased political rights for women and U.S. workers.

Bimetallism

Growing cash crops like tobacco and cotton overworked the land.

Mexican immigration increased

they hoped these crops would bring more money.

Plains farmers were the group likely to have received land provided under the Homestead Act.

they had a duty to improve society.

to move to a more productive land
raising large numbers of cattle.

The government was willing to use force to end strikes

railroads could charge as much as they likes

Use of initiatives had the effect of allowing direct democracy.

Midwest

Organizing through local chapters

government to set prices over some private businesses.

The political goal of farmers was lower prices for grain storage.

working conditions

Because all three major candidates were Progressive, Progressive votes were split.

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