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Jacob Riis publishes How the Other Half Lives
This book exposed the poverty of tenements by using photographs, urging housing reforms, which aligned with Progressive ideas of social justice. -
Sherman Antitrust Act
This was the first federal law to ban monopolies, increasing fairness in the economy. Progressives supported it since it helped consumers. -
Theodore Roosevelt becomes President
Roosevelt becomes president, implementing the Square Deal which upheld core Progressive ideals. -
Pure Food and Drug and Meat Inspection Act
Passed in 1906 to protect consumers from unsafe food, which Progressives pushed for government regulation, thus it aligned. -
NAACP Founded
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was founded, which fought against racial discrimination and injustices, which aligned with the Progressive ideas of equality. -
Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
This event was a tragic fire killing numerous workers, leading to greater workplace safety, supporting Progressive's labor protections. -
17th Amendment Ratified
This amendment allowed for the direct election of U.S. senators, reducing corruption and increasing democracy. -
16th Amendment Ratified
This change allowed for the federal income tact, which increased wealth equality, a part of Progressive Ideas. -
18th Amendment Ratified
This amendment banned alcohol, which Progressives believed would help morality, though it ultimately failed. -
19th Amendment Ratified
This amendment gave women the right to vote, which was a huge Progressive victory for expanding democracy and equality.