The period of US history from the 1890s to the 1920s is usually referred to as the Progressive Era, an era of intense social and political reform aimed at making progress toward a better society.
Progressive Era reformers sought to harness the power of the federal government to eliminate unethical and unfair business practices, reduce corruption, and counteract the negative social effects of industrialization.
During the Progressive Era, protections for workers and consumers were strengthened, and women finally achieved the right to vote.
Characteristics of the Progressive Era include purification of the government, modernization, a focus on family and education, prohibition, and women's suffrage.
Native American governments were smaller and more local. Mainly anyone could have a say in a political decision. Whichever decision got the most votes would get chosen. Tribal leaders were sought out based on wisdom and skill.
The main reason why the United States initially followed a policy of appeasement toward Germany was because "The United States wanted to focus on its own economic <span>troubles", since the US had been highly "isolationist" ever since the First World War. </span>
