Explain the purpose of the federal trade commission and discuss the criticism it has received

The purpose of it is to protect consumers from unfair business practices and things like monopolies or trusts. They have been criticizes especially in the 70s because it was believed that they were too powerful and were harming the economy by never looking at the interest of companies or the economy.

The transcontinental railroad provided a means of fast transportation. it cut a 6 month trip into 6 days, created jobs for many people and encouraged immigration. the homestead act played a huge role in western expansion; it allowed settlers to begin a fresh start, and gave them land in exchange for their residence for up to five years and a small fee.