Question

how did progressive and conservative republicans feel about labor unions in the early 1900s?
conservatives advocated for labor unions, but progressives wanted to limit their power.
progressives advocated for labor unions, but conservatives wanted to limit their power.
both progressives and conservatives advocated for labor unions.
both progressives and conservatives disliked the labor unions.

Explanation:

In the early 1900s, progressive Republicans generally supported labor unions as they sought reforms to improve workers' conditions. Conservative Republicans, aligned with business interests, wanted to limit labor union power to protect corporate and capitalist interests. So the correct option reflects this difference.

Answer:

B. Progressives advocated for labor unions, but conservatives wanted to limit their power.