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Settlement House Movement
Founding of Hull House, which aimed to help immigrants and the urban poor. The connection to progressivism: highlighted the push for improved living and working conditions. -
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Muckraker's Journalism
Writers exposed corruption and poor conditions in industries. The connection to social changes was it advocated for transparency and reform in industries and government. -
Pure Food and Drug Act
Enacted to regulate the food and pharmacuetical industries. The connection to legislation is that it protected consumers from unsafe products. -
Meat Inspection Act
Required federal inspections of meatpacking plants. The connection to legislation is that it resulted from public outcry after "The Jungle" was published. -
Federal Reserve Act
Created the federal reserve system to regulate banking. The connection to legislation is that it stabilized the economy, reflecting progressive ideals of economic fairness. -
16th Amendment
Allowed congress to collect income tax. The connection to constitutional amendments was that it addressed income equality by taxing the wealthy. -
17th Amendment
Established direct election of senators by voters. The connection to constitutional amendments was that it reduced corruption and increased public involvement in government. -
Clayton Antitrust Act
Strengthened Antitrust laws to prevent monopolies. The connection to constitutional amendments is that it protected workers and small businesses from exploitation. -
18th Amendment
Prohibited the manufacture and sale of alcohol. The connection to constitutional amendments was that it reflected progressive concerns about social morals. -
19th Amendment Ratification
Gave women the right to vote. The connection to social changes is it expanded democracy and equal rights.