Exploring Progressivism and Imperialism: Key Concepts and Historical Impacts

The Seventeenth Amendment to the United States Constitution was ratified in 1913 and established the direct election of United States Senators by popular vote.

A referendum is a specific process related to voting on laws or policies, not related to currency, weather, or music.

The term 'Bully Pulpit' refers to a platform or position that provides an opportunity to speak out and advocate for important issues, particularly associated with Teddy Roosevelt's presidency.

Trust Busting during the Progressive Era was a movement to break up monopolies and promote fair competition in the market. President Roosevelt's actions in suing big businesses under the Sherman Anti-Trust Act were aimed at preventing the concentration of economic power in the hands of a few corporations.

The Pure Food & Drug Act aimed to protect consumers by ensuring that food and patent medicines did not contain harmful ingredients, and it mandated the labeling of ingredients on containers.

Environmental conservation efforts in the United States focus on preserving natural habitats, wildlife, and resources for future generations. Creating a national park system and establishing agencies like the U.S. Forest Service are key strategies in protecting the environment.

The Federal Reserve Act was enacted to address financial panics by creating a central reserve to provide liquidity to banks and to supervise the banking system.

The Nineteenth Amendment, ratified in 1920, granted women the right to vote, also known as suffrage. It was a significant milestone in the fight for gender equality in the United States.

The Brownsville Incident refers to the accusation of 12 members of the African American 25th Infantry of a shooting spree in Brownsville, Texas, leading to their dishonorable discharge, only to later be proven falsely accused.

Economic interests are driven by the desire to expand markets and access to resources, which allow for economic growth and development.

Military interests are often driven by the need to secure strategic locations for logistical support, which includes naval bases and coaling stations.

Ideology primarily focuses on the desire to bring Christianity, western-style culture, and democracy to other peoples, rather than other concepts such as belief in supernatural beings, promotion of scientific research, or advocacy for environmental sustainability.

Spheres of Influence refer to specific geographic areas where a powerful nation or group has significant influence over weaker states or territories, often exerting economic or political control.

Yellow Journalism is characterized by sensationalized and exaggerated reporting in order to attract readers and boost sales, often at the expense of accuracy and objectivity.

The USS Maine was a U.S. Navy ship that exploded and sank in Havana Harbor, Cuba in 1898. This event greatly escalated tensions between the United States and Spain, ultimately leading to the Spanish-American War.

Imperialism often resulted in colonial expansion and the establishment of protectorates under the ruling country's control. In the context of the United States, the acquisition of territories such as Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines reflected this trend.

The Roosevelt Corollary was an extension of the Monroe Doctrine that allowed the U.S. to intervene in the internal affairs of Latin American nations to protect its interests and promote stability in the region.

Dollar Diplomacy was a policy employed by the United States in the early 20th century as a way to exert influence in Latin America through economic means rather than military force.