Both Progressive reformers Eugene Debs and Walter Rauschenbusch went against the idea of Social Darwinism. Eugene Debs had always been memorized by the railroads industry. As Debs made his way into the industry he began to sympathize with the many men who worked long hours away from their families and receiving little to no pay because of it. Debs began more and more involved with Socialist party and ended up running as their presidential candidate five different times. Debs was so passionate about himself and the other railroad workers getting what they deserved he continued to fight for their rights. Walter Rauschenbusch was also very passionate about sparking a change among society. Rauschenbusch believed that society was not turning to
