AP US History in 1 Minute Daily: Progressivism (Day 205/309)

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Rising of the Usurpers, and the Sinking of the Liberties of the People, New York Public Library

In response to the new challenges caused by industrialization, immigration, and urbanization during the Gilded Age, a widespread reform movement known as progressivism emerged.

“A Nauseating Job, But it Must Be Done,” Britannica

Central to progressivism was the idea that political changes, economic improvements, and social justice could be implemented through a more active role by the government.

“Tearing Off the Bonds,” Wikimedia Commons

Many progressives were urban middle class men and women. With the growth of professional careers and spread of the ideas of the Social Gospel, many took their civic and religious responsibilities seriously.

“The Open Road,” Library of Congress

Pragmatic and science based approaches were touted as practical and efficient ways to better society. Progressives championed causes of economic regulation, living and working conditions, political reform, labor rights, women’s suffrage, prohibition, and conservation.

In the early 20th century, Progressivism emerged to address and reform the social, political, and economic landscape of the Gilded Age.

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