National Politics
National politics in the Progressive Era saw both proponents and opponents of the advocated change. One individual opposed to the Progressives was House Speaker Joseph Cannon. The letter linked below, as well as the cartoon of opinions on Cannon himself, help reveal some of the views people had regarding corruption in Progressive Era government.
Some individuals in national politics actively fought against the corruption they saw in it, as well as the issues society faced. Click on the button below to read an excerpt from President Roosevelt's Square Deal, the domestic plan he advocated.