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Vassar College

Vassar College: 1896: The Gold National Democratic Party

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource for Political Cartoons addresses the Democratic Party that could not stomach their party's new silver platform and the nomination of William Jennings Bryan.
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Vassar College

Vassar College: Democratic Party Platform, July 9, 1896

For Students 9th - 10th
This "1896, A Website for Political Cartoons" site provides text of the actual platform stating the Democratic stand on "The Money Question." of 1896.
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Vassar College

Vassar College: 1896: Mary E. Lease

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
1896, A Website of Political Cartoons is an excellent site that includes a detailed biography and historical accounts from that time. Provides links to related subjects.
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PBS

Pbs: American Experience: William Jennings Bryan

For Students 9th - 10th
Account of Bryan's life and famous quotes for which he is known.
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Vassar College

Vassar College: 1896: The Silver Party

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the Vassar College gives an account of the Silver Party and related articles from that time.