Progressives believed that it was the people's responsibility to solve social and economic problems, not the government's.

True or False?

Many Progressives sought to enable the citizenry to rule more directly and circumvent machines, bosses and professional politicians. The institution of the initiative and referendums made it possible to pass laws without the involvement of the legislature,

Explanation:

Many did believe this statement to be true

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