How did the 1914 Ludlow Massacre that ended with the deaths of 13 women and children after Colorado state troops set fire to their camp reveal about the shortcomings of the Progressive movement?
A) Unions realized that they needed more than just government support to solve their problems.
B) Industrialists continued to fail to provide company housing for their workers.
C) Members of similar unions remained disunited when it came to supporting their comrades.
D) The media remained insensitive to tragic situations like the Ludlow Massacre.

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The Ludlow Massacre highlighted the limitations of the Progressive movement, particularly in its reliance on government support for labor reforms. Despite the movement's efforts to improve working conditions and support workers' rights, the tragedy showed that government and political support could be inconsistent or insufficient in protecting workers' interests, especially in conflicts with powerful industrial interests.

How Did the 1914 Ludlow Massacre That Ended with the Deaths