Question

How did Progressives view the role of government? Government should not intervene in the economy or society. Government should take an active role in the economy and society. Government should eliminate competition in the marketplace

Answer 1

Progressive did and still do tend to view the role of government as "taking an active role in the economy and society." They believe government interventions are in general a good thing.

Answer 2

Progressives believed that the government should take an active role in theeconomy and society Theodore Roosevelt is an example of a Progressive Era President.