Grover Cleveland Part 2: The Grovering (1893 - 1897)

Grover Cleveland was the only U.S. president to serve two non-consecutive terms, making him both the 22nd and 24th president. His first term ended with Benjamin Harrison's presidency, during which the McKinley Tariff and Sherman Silver Purchase Act were passed. Cleveland criticized these policies, predicting financial issues. He returned to office in 1892, but his second term was marred by the Panic of 1893, a severe depression. Despite his efforts, the Democrats were blamed, and Cleveland chose not to run for a third term. The 1896 election saw William Jennings Bryan lose to William McKinley, marking a political shift. Cleveland's reputation for honesty endured, though he faced criticism for his handling of economic crises.

What was the outcome of the 1896 presidential election involving William Jennings Bryan?

Despite the challenges he faced, how is Grover Cleveland generally regarded in terms of his character?