CHAPTER 21: THE ENDURING VISION
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Chapter 21: The Progressive Era 1900-1917 Progressives and their ideas Local groups across the nation grappled with problems of the new urban industrial order The Many faces of Progressivism Along with immigration, a rapidly growing middle class transformed U.S. cities Men and women from this class came many leaders and foot soldiers of the progressive movement 1900-1920, white-collar work force jumped from 5.1 million to 10.5 million As industry grew, the number of secretaries, civil engineers, and people in advertising increased Included desk workers, owners of business, lawyers, physicians and teachers Age of organization had begun, bringing new professional allegiances, a new emphasis on certification and licensing, and a more standardized routine society
