1870s - 1890s; time period looked good on the outside, despite the corrupt politics & growing gap between the rich & poor. Phrase coined by Mark Twain.
Gilded Age
Illegal use of political influence for personal gain. Voting fraud, kickbacks and bribery.
Graft
An organization of workers that tries to improve working conditions, wages, and benefits for its members
Labor Union
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