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This segment of The Progressive Era explores pivotal political events from 1896 to 1912, highlighting the impact of figures like William McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt. It discusses key moments such as the Spanish-American War, the election of 1900, and the establishment of the Panama Canal. The narrative includes the dynamics of the 1908 and 1912 elections, featuring major candidates like William H. Taft and Woodrow Wilson. Dive into the political landscape that defined a transformative period in U.S. history.
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The Progressive Era Part 2: Politics
Progressive Politics William McKinley
Spanish-American War William Randolph Hearst
Election of 1900 Winner William McKinley, Republican William Jennings Bryan, Democrat
William McKinley Leon Czolgosz
Election of 1908 Winner William H. Taft, Republican William Jennings Bryan, Democrat
Election of 1912 Winner William H. Taft, Republican Woodrow Wilson, Democrat Theodore Roosevelt, Progressive (“Bull Moose”)