Gilded Age Labor Movement and Populist Demands

Populist Party

Political group advocating for farmers' rights.

Laissez-faire policies

Economic system with minimal government intervention.

National income tax

Tax system aimed to reduce farmers' tax burden.

Direct election of Senators

Citizens elect Senators instead of state legislatures.

Grangers

Farmers' organization advocating for railroad regulation.

Farmers' Alliance

Group demanding regulation of banks and railroads.

Co-op stores

Collective stores owned by farmers for mutual benefit.

Regulation of railroads

Government oversight to ensure fair rates for farmers.

Formation of banks

Establishment of cooperative financial institutions for farmers.

Silos

Storage facilities for preserving agricultural products.

Government regulation

Intervention to control business practices for fairness.

Farmers' demands

Calls for economic reforms to support agricultural interests.