LAD #19 Populist Party Platform

In this time the condition of our country was steadily deteriorating. There were thousands of people who worked hard hours only to see a select few benefit from it. The political voice of the people was deteriorating. They will fix these problems and help the millions of farmers and factory laborers. In order to accomplish their must be a union of worker, all united. The profits should go to the people who make it happen, the laborers. The railroads must be controlled by the workers. They insist on a solid currency, since silver is worth much less than gold they need a currency. They demand more money in circulation and for a graduated income tax. They want a savings bank and that the people’s money is controlled by the people. The government should control transportation and communication for the benefit of the people. Land should be held by settlers only. They demand a free and fair election. The income tax must be used to lessen the tax burden. They demand pensions for military men. They demand restrictions on immigration so their jobs may be protected. They must shorten hours for laborers. They demand a smaller standing army. They demand the initiative and referendum. They oppose any federal aid to a private company or person. They demand a one term limit for President and Vice-President. They demand the direct popular election of Senators. These workers were finally uniting under the same ideas. This was the only way they would ever see the outcomes that they desired.