What did the Progressives support as measures to democratize government?

Progressives supported various measures to democratize government, including the direct election of senators through the 17th Amendment, which aimed to reduce corruption and increase public influence in politics. They also advocated for initiatives and referendums, allowing citizens to propose and vote on legislation directly. Additionally, they promoted the implementation of recall elections, enabling voters to remove elected officials from office before their term ended, thereby enhancing accountability and responsiveness in government.