The Revival of the Progressive Party (1912 | 2018)

In 2015 Bernie began his campaign as a challenge to the Democratic establishment with a truly progressive voice. A voice which the Democratic party has turned a deaf ear. He stood up to the corruption and greed that has enriched so few at the expense of so many. He made us all acknowledge the inexcusable bigotry inherent in our broken criminal justice system. He opened our eyes to the moral imperative of leaving our planet healthy and habitable for future generations. He spread his message of unity over division, not petty party unity but unity as human beings. He convinced us we deserve a government that represents all of us, not just wealthy campaign contributors and has proven that, with an honest message and the integrity to back it up, their money isn’t needed. Most importantly, he made us believe in a future worth fighting for.

For these reasons and the passion of the progressive ideas, the Progressive Party revived. A platform was formed that incorporate the issues and goals of the progressive movement.

Progressive Politicians

Progressive Party origin since 1912

Today Progressive Party (ProgressivePartyUSA.com) officials often trace its origins to the inspiration of the Progressive Party, founded by Theodore Roosevelt in 1912. Organizationally, the modern Progressive Party truly arose in the 2016s with the presidential candidate of Bernie Sanders.

The Progressive Party of 1912 was a third party in the United States formed in 1912 by former President Theodore Roosevelt after he lost the presidential nomination. The Progressive Party of 1912 was known for taking advanced positions on progressive reforms and attracting some leading reformers.

The Progressive Party of 1924 was a party created as a vehicle for Robert M. La Follette, Sr. to run for president in the 1924 election. The party advocated progressive positions such as government ownership of railroads and electric utilities, cheap credit for farmers, the outlawing of child labor, stronger laws to help labor unions, more protection of civil liberties, an end to American imperialism in Latin America, and a referendum before any president could lead the nation into war.

The Progressive Party of 1948 was a left-wing political party that served as a vehicle for former Vice President Henry A. Wallace’s 1948 presidential campaign. The party sought desegregation, the establishment of a national health insurance system, an expansion of the welfare system, and the nationalization of the energy industry.

Goals of the Progressive Movement

The Progressive Movement was a massive assault on the problems that plagued American lifes. Their targets included working conditions such as hours, safety, wages and job security. They addressed moral issues such as prostitution and alcohol abuse, which they saw as contributing to domestic violence. The progressives wanted better management of businesses and political entities such as cities and counties. They wanted fairness in all things, addressing civil rights for minorities, including Indians.

The Progressive Movement succeeded because it had support from Republicans and Democrats, labor and management as well as American Middle Class.

Accomplishments of the Progressive Party

Progressive Accomplishments: Laws were passed to protect the public’s health and welfare

Progressive Accomplishments: Anti-trust legislation was passed to prohibit monopolies

Progressive Accomplishments: Big Business and corporations were regulated as the process of arbitration was included in the negotiation process

Progressive Accomplishments: The Unionization of all the important industries

Progressive Accomplishments: The commission system of local government, replacing the mayor, city council and political machine was introduced

Progressive Accomplishments: The crusading ‘muckrakers’ raised awareness of social issues which led to the formation of pressure groups and reform

Progressive Accomplishments: The federal government started to act as mediators between opposing sides

Progressive Accomplishments: The number of hours that children were allowed work were limited, and education improved

Progressive Accomplishments: Laws were passed to protect the environment and address pollution

Progressive Accomplishments: The 17th amendment to the Constitution was ratified to counter Senate corruption

Progressive Accomplishments: The 18th Amendment was passed prohibiting the sale and manufacture of alcohol

Progressive Accomplishments: The 19th Amendment was passed that gave women the right to vote – refer to Women’s suffrage

Bernie Sanders’ campaign featuring President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

“Even when the deck is stacked, an American will find a way to break up big banks, create millions of jobs and rebuild America,” the narrator says over archival footage of the 32nd president.