What led to the formation of the People's Party?

Populist Party Demands and Reforms

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Rejection by major parties and alliance with labor unions
A merger with the Republican Party
Support from major political parties
A successful election campaign
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was one of the key demands of the Populists' platform in 1892?
A return to the gold standard
A flat income tax for all citizens
A national currency not tied to the gold standard
A national currency issued by private banks
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why did the Populists call for government ownership of railroads?
To reduce government control
To promote international trade
Because railroads were seen as public utilities
To increase profits for private companies
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What reform did the Populists propose to curb political corruption?
Direct election of U.S. senators
Abolition of the Senate
Appointment of senators by the President
Lifetime terms for senators
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What rights did the Populists demand for industrial workers?
Collective bargaining rights
No rights for organized labor
Right to work without unions
Mandatory overtime
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was a major issue faced by the state-level People's Party?
Finding a headquarters location
Selecting a new party name
Choosing a party mascot
Deciding their stance on African Americans
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the significance of black Texans' votes in the 1890s?
They were only important in local elections
They were ignored by all political parties
They were crucial as blacks voted in large numbers
They were insignificant due to low numbers
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