Lincoln Steffens: Corruption In The Government

The period between 1865 to 1900, also known as the Gilded Age, was an era of rapid industrialization, immigration, and capitalization in America. After the civil war, previously used factories remained and flourished as manufacturing started to replace farming; which was possible due to vast immigration from Southern and Eastern part of Europe. With an available cheap labor source, businesses rose to great heights, and competition thrived. While companies thrived, working laborers and citizens suffered. Because industrial statesman expanded wealth and created opportunities, but also exploited workers, disrupted competition, and manipulated factors of production, it is justified to characterize the industrial leaders of the Gilded age as both

Thesis : After the Civil War, America was in a post-war boom. During the 1870-1890, big business moguls, such as Rockefeller and Carnegie, create huge corporations which not only affected the economy, but also affected the political realm of America. While many may assume that during the rise of these big business helped to change the economy and politics,  the real focus was on the responses formed by society, such as labor unions, increase public outcry, and political opposition groups that helped to change society. A: Economically, big business flourished during the late 1800s.

When he was eleven, his father died, which changed his whole life. Instead of going to school in England, like all other boys his age, he went to a school where he lived. He did not let his lack of proper education stop him. He overcame his rough childhood and became one of the most powerful leaders of all time. Without this man, the colonies would never be as successful as the were.

In conclusion Muckrakers brought change to society by bringing to light what was in the darkness. By exposing how child labor had a negative effect on children and society. The meat packing industry was busted for there unsanitary ways. The railroad was exposed for taking from those who could not fight on their own.

His work ethic, intelligence and overall personality made him respected from most blacks as well as whites. He was born in 1856, his mother was a slave cook and his father was an unknown white male. Being brought up into slavery influenced his outlook and

During the 1877 through 1920 the government's role wasn't really expanding, instead people were getting furious that the government weren't really doing anything to improve life so they started going on strikes, making unions, and bringing people of different cause together to try to force the government into being useful. However, this only led to political corruption, people saying they would do something to help the people and people would believe and put their trust into this "person" to only be blackmailed in the end. These "people" were called political bosses and they had their little organization or political machines and people would do them favors to gain jobs or etc. This growing "government" was a mixed bag for the American people,

He gave people hope that they can turn their life around during the depression. He lost everything including his children as many Americans did. However, he got that back by boxing which was all he had in the end. He thought risking his life was worth getting his children back, which inspired many people. In addition, made lots of people risk everything.

His good actions, like donations to schools, were often looked up at. So, with his views on making this society like how it used to be, had a toll on wealthy men. Of course, there were men who must have disagreed and disliked the idea of spending their wealth to the needy. However, it was those who took his perspective into consideration and actually followed his opinion that made a difference. This helped the U.S. drastically.

He held several political positions and served in several battles. He does not receive a lot of credit for his work because people view him as a traitor to the Union. He should not be viewed as a traitor because he was just serving where he was needed and was fighting for what he

Introduction In the United States, there would be an event that changed history. By 1848, businesses would eventually see a new way to make money. The attitudes of people would change, especially their views about taking risks. There were even some bad things that took place.

The late 19th century, a period including Reconstruction, the Industrial Era, and “manifest destiny,” was marked by the freeing of slaves, imperialism, immense economic growth, and the rise of big businesses. (pg. 579, pg. 619, pg. 625, pg. 630)

The early 20th century was a great time for America. Industrialization was booming as more and more factories were coming up in the most populous cities. Stockyard jobs were created in exponential numbers, employing many young people as well as immigrants. Hiring these naive individuals allowed for the hierarchical manipulation of these people. Capitalism was a large problem, feeding the bosses large suppers as the workers starved.

The Progressive Era was known for the social, political, and economic drawbacks, mostly caused by the corrupt federal government, starting in the early 19th century throughout the 20th century. These complications called for ethical reforms and amendments, focusing on decreasing graduated income tax (16th amendment), Women’s Suffrage (19th amendment), and indirect/direct election for senators (17th amendment). Progressives sought to outcast and remove the immoral values of the federal government, which has caused the citizens of the US to view the government as untrustworthy, due to the lack of communication with the citizens, and also lack of safeguarding humanity. Progressive reformers also fought to adjust and manage unethical business procedures,

He never questioned nor doubted but only worked. He was a model for all of us. He was resolute to work and sacrifice to the society. He motivated every single one of

Representing Massachusetts in the Continental Congress, he was able to make his newspaper, the Independent Advertiser, a successfully spread out newspaper with his views on government. His thought was that citizens should be taxed on anything without being able to take part in parliament. This was his greatest advantage to make people change the way