14. why were progressive reformers worried about the government? a. they felt that government should be doing less to regulate business. b. government was about to collapse due to excessive debt. c. they perceived the government as corrupt. d. they wanted the republican party to win more elections.

C. They perceived the government as corrupt
 Progressive Reformers sought to introduce a number of reforms that would address what they considered to be extensive corruption in government. Reforms such as the referendum, initiative, and the direct election of senators through the 17th Amendment to the Constitution sought to give American citizens greater influence and involvement in the government.