The period from the late 1870s to World War I could be and has been characterized as a time of "response to industrialism." Compare and contrast the responses of urban workers, farmers, and middle-class reformers to problems raised by industrialization. Assess the extent to which each group's response resulted in satisfactory solutions to the problems.
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Their response was to form labor unions and engage in strikes to demand better working conditions and fair wages. The formation of labor unions was a significant step towards addressing their problems. However, the response was not entirely satisfactory as many Show more…
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