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The Progressive Movement

Question 8 • EAP-Virginia and US History A CR

Which of the following was true of the Supreme Court’s rulings concerning Progressive legislation?

Answer
A
The court championed the causes of Progressive legislation.
B
The court was split almost evenly on Progressive legislation.
C
The court often sided with business by declaring laws unconstitutional.
D
The court overwhelmingly ruled on the side of Progressive legislation.

Explanation

The Supreme Court often struck down Progressive reforms when it viewed them as violating constitutional protections such as freedom of contract. In doing so, it frequently sided with business interests against laws regulating working conditions or wages. So the true statement is that the Court often sided with business by declaring laws unconstitutional.

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