Most progressives aimed to break up the monopolies and large corporations that dominated the economy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They believed these entities stifled competition, harmed consumers, and contributed to widespread economic inequality. Progressives advocated for regulatory reforms and antitrust laws to promote fair business practices and ensure that no single entity could wield excessive power over the market or political system.
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