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  1. Progressivism - Wikipedia

    Progressivism is a left-leaning political philosophy and reform movement that seeks to advance the human condition through social reform. [1] Adherents hold that progressivism has universal …

  2. Progressivism | Definition, History, & Facts | Britannica

    Jan 9, 2026 · Progressivism, political and social-reform movement that brought major changes to American politics and government during the first two decades of the 20th century.

  3. Progressivism Defined: Roots and Goals - ThoughtCo

    Jun 10, 2025 · Progressivism aimed to improve society by addressing inequality from the Industrial Revolution and capitalism. The Progressive Era pushed for many reforms, including labor rights, …

  4. PROGRESSIVISM Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Early-twentieth-century Progressivism was a movement for social and economic reform. Progressives of that era were alarmed over industrialization and urbanization and resented the power wielded by …

  5. Progressivism Definition - US History – 1865 to Present Key Term

    Progressivism is a social and political movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, aiming to address the challenges brought on by industrialization, urbanization, and corruption in …

  6. Progressivism - history-education.org

    What is Progressivism? Progressivism is a political and social philosophy advocating for reform and improvement in society through government action, innovation, and policies that address inequality, …

  7. Progressivism | Research Starters - EBSCO

    Progressivism is a reform movement that emerged in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focusing on enhancing education, public health, workplace safety, and combating …

  8. Progressivism - Hartford Institute

    Progressivism A social and political reform movement, generally placed in American politics from the turn of the twentieth century to the U.S. entry into World War I. Large-scale immigration, …

  9. Progressivism Meaning & Definition | GoodParty.org

    What is Progressivism? Definition and meaning of progressivism: Progressivism is a political ideology focused on promoting social justice, equality, and proactive government intervention to address …

  10. What is Progressivism? - everythingprogressive.org

    Progressivism is a political philosophy that takes as its objective the greatest political and economic good of the greatest number (sometimes called the common good). It is, therefore, a form of liberal …