Progessivism

Progressive reforms were carried out not only on the national level, but in the states and municipalities of the country as well. Prominent governors devoted to change included Robert M. La Follette, of Wisconsin and Hiram Johnson of California. Reforms such as the direct primary, secret ballot and the initiative, referendum and recall were effected. Local governments were strengthened by the widespread use of trained professionals, particularly with the city manager system replacing the all …

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