Populismandthe Electionof1896
Populism Populism is a movement which supports "the people" versus "the elites."
The Silver Issue Crime of 73 demonetization of silver (govt. stopped coining silver). Bland-Allison Act (1878) limited silver coinage to $2-$4 mil.
Urban Politics, Populism, and Progressivism. Gilded Age 1870-1900 Term first seen in Twain & Warners novel The Gilded Age Term first seen in Twain & Warners.
Populism and the Election of 1896
Populism & the Election of 1896 Populism & the Election of 1896.
The Debate over Money Farmers were concerned about tariffs Tariffs reduce foreign competition Foreign countries counter with their own tariffs
Debate over the Money Supply Expand greenback (soft money) –Expectant capitalists, debtors, farmer –Why? Borrow $$ at lower interest rates Pay off.
The Silver Issue “Crime of ’73” demonetization of silver (govt. stopped coining silver). Bland-Allison Act (1878) limited silver coinage to.
APUSH Content Review #4 Gilded Age, Populism, Overseas Expansion.
What were some of the major problems facing farmers during the Gilded Age ??
Aim: Why did the farmers revolt during the late 1800s? Do Now Read pages 443-446. Answer the questions on the note sheet. Turn in your homework. Look at.
