Reform under Taft (Blog #11)

Although a financial panic and sharp depression hit the nation in 1907, President Roosevelt remained popular. The Republican nomination was his for the asking, but having served almost two full terms, he chose not to run again. The Republicans then turned to William Howard Taft, who easily won the 1908 election. In some ways, Taft carried on Roosevelt's reform program. But as his term wore on, progressives became more and more unhappy with his actions.


Taft Administration Video


Your Assignment:

1.) Describe the reforms carried out by President Taft.
2.) Explain why Taft lost the progressives' support.
3.) What were the results of the 1912 election.


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59p.m.

Roosevelt and the Square Deal (Blog #10)

Theodore Roosevelt was the first progressive president of the United States. Taking office after the assassination of President William McKinley, Roosevelt was elected in his own right in 1904. During his two terms as president, he promoted the regulation of big business and helped preserve natural resources for future generations.


Your Assignment:

1.) What was the Square Deal?
2.) How did Theodore Roosevelt fight corruption in business?
3.) Make a parallel connection to the then and now.


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59p.m.

REMINDER!!!!!

All blogs and blog grades are final on Sunday at 11:59pm as this marks the end of the 1st Quarter.  I suggest you go back and make sure you have completed all 9 Blogs!

Good work this first quarter!  I am proud of your effort!

Last Blog, 1st Quarter!!!! Civil Service Reform (Blog #9)

The abuses of power that seemed to characterize the late 19th century political scene left many Americans deeply troubled. Some people called for political reform. Others-such as industrial workers and farmers-took matters into their own hands, organizing to protect their interests and to win their share of prosperity.


Your Assignment:

1) Write a letter, as Americans living in the Gilded Age, to your senator or representative. Letters should express their views of conditions in government and why civil service reform is needed. Use examples from the text to support your arguments.


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59pm

Farmers' Plight (Blog #8)

During the late 19th century, farmers' faced hard times. Falling prices and rising costs led many farmers to join the Grange and Farmer's Alliance movements, which sought economic and political change.


Your Assignment:

Imagine you are selected to speak before a Senate committee on the plight of debt-ridden farmers in the Midwest. Write a compelling description of the problems farmers face. Be as specific as possible.


Due: Sunday by no later than 11:59p.m.

Immigration and Urban Life (Blog #7)

Spurred by industrialization, American cities grew dramatically during the second half of the century. With this growth came other changes, and a distinct urban culture developed.


Your Assignment:

1). How did immigration change in the late 1800's?
2). How did some native-born Americans respond to the new immigrants?
3). Relate the immigration issues of the late 1800's to present day in the U.S.


Due: By Sunday no later than 11:59p.m.

Lincoln (Blog #6)

Your Assignment:

1).  Summarize the movie, "Lincoln".
2).  Give your thoughts and opinions on the movie.
3).  Comment on 2 of your classmates posts.


Due:  Sunday by no later than 11:59pm.