Progressive Era & Imperialism Vocab

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Theories applying biological concepts of natural selection to sociology and politics.

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Social Darwinism

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Investigative reporter exposing societal ills during the Gilded Age.

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Muckraker

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Teddy Roosevelt’s agenda as president focused on trust-busting and fair treatment for all Americans.

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Square Deal

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The right to vote sought by women during the Progressive Era.

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Suffrage

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1890 law that dismantled monopolies in key industries.

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Sherman Anti-Trust Act

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Taft’s policy of investing in Latin America to create markets and allies for the US.

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Dollar Diplomacy

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Roosevelt’s policy of collaboration backed by military strength.

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Big Stick Policy

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Policy by Sec. of State John Hay to keep China open to trade for all nations.

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Open Door Policy

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Sensationalist headlines in newspapers meant to sell copies rather than tell the truth.

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Yellow Journalism

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Roosevelt’s addition to the Monroe Doctrine as the US 'police force' of the Western Hemisphere.

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Roosevelt Corollary