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In Social Studies / High School | 2014-05-22

In the early 1900s, Progressive Era reformers sought to increase citizen participation in government by supporting the:

1. Expansion of the spoils system
2. Direct election of senators
3. Creation of the Electoral College
4. Formation of the Federal Reserve System

Asked by samswa

Answer (3)

The answer is thd direct election of senators. In the 19th century (i.e 1800s), they passed the 17th amendment which allowed senators to be elected by the people.

Answered by TSO | 2024-06-10

In the early 1900s, Progressive Era reformers sought to increase citizen participation in government by supporting the... ;

Answered by princessrih09 | 2024-06-14

The correct answer is the direct election of senators. This was achieved through the Seventeenth Amendment, ratified in 1913, which allowed citizens to elect their senators directly. Progressive reformers implemented this change to enhance democratic participation and reduce corruption in political processes.
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Answered by TSO | 2024-10-01