Changes During The Progressive Era

Theodore Roosevelt was an influential president during the time of the Progressive Era. He implemented tactical strategies to deal with the coal strike, debates over railroad regulation, factory working and other reform concerns requiring government intervention. The changes during this Progressive Era would fundamentally change American public affairs and political structure in the twentieth century and modern American government.
Beginning in the twentieth century, American lives would drastically change with the impact of the railroad, telegraph and telephone which transformed the idea of time and space, as well as affected the creation of new organizations. Roosevelt became president during this time of change, termed Progressive Era, and gave government a larger role in the lives of the American public. During this time, racial issues were not of utmost importance. Southern white progressives enacted discriminatory laws and most white Americans held the belief that African Americans were not needed in democracy. Many progressive organizations reflected the middle and upper class’s interests such as prohibition, a businesslike government, and greater reliance on experts. Progressivism played an active role in all levels of government as people wanted change in the basic structure and function of government to make it more responsive to the city dweller’s concerns. At the time, journalism had a key function in reform and dramatic, provocative journalism was …show more content…
He understood the need for government to address the concern of the public and uphold integrity in its actions. He regulated industrial corporations and promoted equality in every aspect of business and politics. His changes and contributions to society as well as his positive persona made him stand out as a promising president and he is truly celebrated as a leader who prospered in his