The Progressive movement developed out of the poor economy pre-1897.
During that time he made the commission an important part of the Progressive movement.
Kennedy is critical of the progressive movement and its results.
"Tonight is one step in the fight to build a powerful progressive movement," he said.
They met many figures in the progressive movement at the conference.
Young is considered to have been one of the last governors from the Progressive movement.
Beard was also an important figure in the Progressive movement.
"We are building a historic, progressive, political movement in America."
As he became more conservative, his family followed the progressive movement of the era.
The Progressive movement of the early 20th century put increasing pressure on the area until it was shut down in 1917.