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Democracy

progressive era

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issue of political machines 1. Political machines/bosses rigged elections 2. Controlled city decisions 3. Bribed politicians 4. Hired ppl to vote multiple times
William U’Ren (Oregon lawyer) 1. Direct Legislation League - promoted democracy 2. Created “Oregon System” - encourage ppl to make new laws and change Oregon constitution
Robert M. La Follete (wisconsin repub) 1. founded The National Progressive Republican League 2. Called “Fighting Bob” 3. Spoke against corrupt politicians
reformers goal give the public an opportunity to participate directly in the political process, to limit the power of big businesses
17th amendment ppl can vote for senators
Secret ballots vote in secret without being influenced
Direct primary voters decide party candidates
Initiative way for people to propose laws directly (State)
Referendum way for ppl to approve changes in laws by a vote
Recall vote to remove a public official from office
what happened to vote turnout declined, ppl weren't being bribed to vote
Was democratic reform effecitve? 1. yes 2. ended political bosses 3. more ppl educated 4. state/national changes
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