PRESENTATION OUTLINE
16th amendment
It allowed congress to charge an income tax without regard to the states. It was important because it became the federal government's largest source of income.
17 amendment
this amendment provided direct election of senators by the people of state. This was important as it gave people more opportunity.
18th amendment
this amendment banned the sale of alcohol. It is important now as it was the only amendment to be repealed
19th amendment
this amendment granted women suffrage. it was an important step for equality for women.
muckraker
journalists who exposed the conditions and corruption in society. THis was important as it led to changes in sanitation and overall safety.
Tenements
dark and crowded multil-family apartments. although most were dirty, they were important because they served as housing for immigrants.
Nativism
preference for native-born people and the desire to limit immigration. nativist movements seeked to prevent cultural change
social darwinism
Concept of survival of the fittest and it was applied to human society as occurring naturally. It was important as its been used to justify racism and imperialism.
children's bureau 1912
Issued by President William Taft, it was made to oversee and maintain national standards of child welfare. Today It improves child abuse prevention and foster care.
Ellis Island
It was an immigration station where many immigrants could pass through its doors. It was important as it was the first immigration station in the United States.
Social Gospel Movement
religious reformers strove to improve conditions in cities according to the biblical ideas of justice and charity. It helped to liberalize organized religion.
Laissez Faire
When the government did not interfere with business. This was important as it worked the best for economic growth.
Gospel of wealth
the idea that wealthy Americans have responsibility to donate money to help the poor. This was important as it spread ideas that promote the poor.
americanization
process of an immigrant who comes to the u.S and adapts to the values and beliefs of american society. it was promoted patriotism to new immigrants.
settlement house
charitable service that provided services like housing, daycare, education, and healthcare. This was important because it helped the lives of the urban poor.
Progressivism
a political philosophy that supported social reform. it was important as it strived to eliminate corruption within the government.
Sherman AntiTrust ActFirst measure passed by the congress to prohibit trusts. it was important because it curtailed the power that interferes with trade.
Interstate commerce commision
had to power to enforce regulation of railroad rates. This was important because it controlled the railroad businesses and their unfair practices.
Labor UnionAN organized association of workers, often in a trade or profession. It protected their rights and interests. They were important because they helped to set the standard for education, working conditions, and quality of life for workers.
meat inspection act
1906 act that required federal inspection of meat. this was important because it ensured safety.
