Progressivism could best be described as a political ideology that works toward the making of social and political reforms that favors progress in science, technology, economic development and social and political organization with the purpose of improving society. It usually attends the needs and interests of the working and middle classes, which are the ones that are less taken care of by the system. Some examples of these reforms include the regulation of industries' practices, the protection of workers and consumer's rights, and the protection of people's right of press and protest.