During the Progressive Era, a primary goal of politicians was to ensure safe working conditions. This period, which spanned from the 1890s to the 1920s, focused on addressing issues such as labor rights, social justice, and regulations to improve safety and working conditions for workers.
While the indirect election of senators (which was achieved through the 17th Amendment) was also a goal of some reformers, it was not as central as the broader labor reforms. Providing more common drinking cups was more of a public health initiative rather than a political goal.