Election 1896

William Jennings Bryan Party: Democratic and Populist Political Background: Nebraska congressmen Beliefs/issues : Silver, economic relief for farmers and others from depression Campaign Style: travel campaign 600 speeches in 14 weeks Voter Response: not classy, lost supporters over silver issue and speaking style

William McKinley Party: Republican Political Background: former Ohio governor and congressmen Beliefs/issues : Blame Dem for depression, “Full diner pail”, gold, Industrial growth Campaign Style: Front porch Campaign Voter Response: urban workers and businesses support

Who is the man in the middle? William Jennings Bryan What role did he play in the 1896 election? Dem and Populist candidate for president What is the cartoonist trying to convey in the cartoon? Difficulty in balancing between to parties How is this cartoon relevant to the 1896 election? Shows the precarious position Bryan is in

Who is the man in this cartoon? McKinley What Party does he represent? Rep How does his position differ from that of the Populist and Democratic Party? More support

Populism Declines The election of 1896 would also mark the end of the Populist Party. They did not achieve all their goals but they would leave a lasting impression on the country. What discovery leads to the end of the Populist Party? Gold in California and Alaska How does this discovery lead to the end of the Populist Party? Increase money supply without turning to silver. Credit easier to obtain. Gold Standard Act What were some of the reforms favored by the Populist that were passed? Graduated income tax and regulate economy