Wilsonian Progressivism at Home and Abroad (1912-1916)

These flashcards cover key terms and concepts related to Wilsonian Progressivism, focusing on important legislation, political figures, and the economic reforms of the early 20th century.

Woodrow Wilson

The 28th president of the United States who became governor of New Jersey and campaigned against trusts.

Bull Moose Campaign

The 1912 presidential campaign of Theodore Roosevelt as a 3rd party candidate for the Progressive Republican party.

New Freedom Program

The progressive platform of the Democrats that called for stronger antitrust laws, banking reform, and tariff reductions.

New Nationalism Program

The platform advocated by Theodore Roosevelt focusing on strong control of trusts and social welfare.

Underwood Tariff Bill

Legislation passed under Wilson in 1913 that significantly reduced tariffs.

16th Amendment

An amendment ratified in 1913 that allowed Congress to collect a graduated income tax.

Federal Reserve Act

The 1913 act that established the Federal Reserve System to manage the U.S. monetary policy.

Federal Reserve Board

The governing body of the Federal Reserve System which oversees the nation’s central banking system.

Federal Reserve Notes

Paper money issued by the Federal Reserve that constitutes the U.S. Dollar.

Federal Trade Commission Act of 1914

Legislation that created the FTC to oversee and regulate industries in interstate commerce.

Clayton Antitrust Act of 1914

An act that expanded the Sherman Act's list of objectionable business practices and exempted labor organizations.

La Follette Seamen's Act of 1915

A law that required decent treatment and a living wage for sailors on American ships.

Workingmen's Compensation Act of 1916

Legislation providing assistance to federal civil-service employees during periods of disability.

Child Labor Act of 1916

An act that restricted child labor on products involved in interstate commerce.

Adamson Act of 1916

A law establishing an eight-hour workday for all employees on trains involved in interstate commerce.

Samuel Gompers

A union leader who supported the Clayton Antitrust Act and advocated for workers' rights.

Trusts

Business entities that are grouped together to reduce competition and control prices.

Tariff

A tax imposed on imported goods, aimed at protecting domestic industries.

Banking Reform

Legislation aimed at improving the banking system and ensuring financial stability.

Progressive Reforms

Legislation and policies aimed at addressing social and economic issues caused by industrialization.

Suffrage

The right to vote in political elections; associated with movements for women's voting rights during this period.

Economic Affairs

Matters related to the economy, including production, consumption, and distribution of goods and services.

Minority President

A president who wins without a majority of the popular vote, exemplified by Wilson in 1912.

Moral Righteousness

Wilson’s belief in the importance of moral integrity in politics and governance.

Entrepreneurship

The process of starting and running new businesses, advocated by the Democratic platform under Wilson.