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How Did the Progressive Party affect American Society

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore the political views of the Progressive Party. In this U.S. History activity, 9th graders read the "LaFollette Platform," then share their thoughts of the reading in a class discussion. To conclude the activity,...
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Fairness in Taxes: Progressive Taxes

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students define and give an example of a progressive tax. They explain how a progressive tax takes a larger share of income from high-income groups than from low-income groups. They examine taxation in other countries.