The Progressives Coalition was a diverse group of reform-minded Americans in the early 20th century who sought solutions for problems caused by industrialization, urbanization, immigration, and corruption in government.
Imagine a group project where each member has different skills but they all work together towards one goal - getting an A+. That's like the Progressive Coalition; they were diverse but united in their goal of improving American society.
Muckrakers: Journalists who exposed societal issues such as corruption in politics or business during the Progressive Era.
Square Deal: President Theodore Roosevelt's domestic program which reflected his three major goals - conservation of natural resources, control of corporations, and consumer protection.
Progressive Era Amendments (16th-19th): These amendments brought about income tax (16th), direct election of senators (17th), prohibition (18th), and women’s suffrage (19th).
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