Flashcards on the Progressive Era

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Origins of the Progressive Era

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The Progressive Era was a period of social, political, and economic reforms in the United States aimed at addressing problems caused by industrialization, urbanization, and government corruption.

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Causes of the Progressive Movement: Industrialization

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The rise of large corporations and monopolies created poor working conditions and unfair business practices.

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Causes of the Progressive Movement: Urbanization

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Growing cities faced poverty, overcrowding, and crime.

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Populist Party Reforms

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Pushed for reforms like railroad regulation, graduated income tax, and free coinage of silver to help small farmers.

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17th Amendment (1913)

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Allowed citizens to directly elect U.S. Senators instead of state legislatures, reducing corruption and increasing voter influence.

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Ballot Initiative & Referendum

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Gave citizens the power to propose laws and vote on them directly, bypassing legislatures.

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Recall Elections

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Enabled voters to remove elected officials from office before the end of their term, promoting government accountability.

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Sherman Antitrust Act

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Created to limit monopolies and unfair business practices.

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Pure Food and Drug Act (1906)

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Passed after Upton Sinclair’s "The Jungle" exposed unsanitary conditions, leading to federal inspection and labeling of food and medicine.

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16th Amendment (1913)

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Federal income tax targeting wealthy Americans.