Populist Party platforms

Definition

The Populist Party platforms refer to the political agenda and goals of the People's Party, a third-party movement that emerged in the late 19th century. They aimed to address the concerns of farmers and workers, advocating for policies such as government regulation of railroads, free coinage of silver, and income tax.

Related terms

Free Silver: This term refers to advocating for the unlimited coinage of silver as currency instead of limiting it solely to gold. It was one of the main goals of the Populist Party platforms.

Income Tax: An income tax is a tax imposed on individuals or entities based on their earnings/income. The Populist Party advocated for an income tax to redistribute wealth more equitably.

Government Regulation: Government regulation involves creating rules or laws that control certain activities or industries. The Populist Party called for increased government regulation over railroads to combat unfair practices.