LAD #28: Wilson's First Inaugural

In the 1912 election, Taft (Republican) and Roosevelt (Progressive) each won some of the Republican votes, therefore, splitting the Republican Party allowing Woodrow Wilson (Democrat) to win the election. During his First Inaugural Address, Wilson talked about the need for change in society and the morals of the American people. He realizes that although the Industrial Revolution was successful, there were also many underlying issues. For example, corruption. He understood that the government’s policy of laissez faire needed to change. Wilson promised reforms such as pure food laws, labor conditions, and sanitary laws. Throughout his presidency, Wilson carried out these promises through the Pure Food and Drug Act. Ultimately, his goal was to give the nation a makeover and reform several areas to help the people.