6) Two major reforms of the Progressive movement were the direct primary and direct election of senators. What was the purpose of these reforms?
a. Expanding participation in the political process
b. Reducing the governments influence in the economy
c. Giving more power to political parties
d. Increasing federal control over the states

the alfred thayer mahan award for literary achievement is awarded each year by the navy league of the united states. the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation. presented since 1957, "this award for literary achievement is awarded to a u.s. navy officer, u.s. marine corps officer, enlisted service member, or civilian who has made a notable literary contribution that has advanced the knowledge of the importance of sea power in the united states."[1]

a system of cooperative federalism emerged, as the powers of the federal government expanded.