Question

Explain the ways in which the Populist and Progressive reform movements were similar. In what ways were they different

Answer 1

Answer:

These are some of the similarities, 8 hours workday, direction election of senators, secret ballot, free coinage of silver, only one term for president.  After Civil War, Direct Primaries voters select their party's candidates 17th amendment, initiative, referendum, and recall-voters can remove elected officials from office

Explanation:

Progressives believed government should be more active in promoting the welfare of the people. However, although they agreed with some of the ideas of the Populists, the Progressives were generally much more conservative.

Populists were often seen as radicals for their believe in reforming society and government rather than proposing sweeping changes to the Capitalist system.

Populist also believe in the idea of direct government control or ownership of railroads. They also rejected major changes to the monetary system, such as using both gold and silver to back the dollar.

Progressives believed that government should use its powers to more actively regulate the financial system and prevent the growth of monopolies. They also hoped the government would be more active in promoting social justice and human welfare.