Easy money/sound money. It was bimetallism or free silver was what he based his policy on for president. I hope this helps.
They went on safety systems, being resourceful on food and water +live stock.
They lowered payment for workers.
They increased taxes.
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I think it was because of where it was. It had more control and had more to help them. I might not be 100% but thats what I could say.
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Us Congress representatives who aggressively promoted war against Britain.