The People's party (the Populists) supported which candidate in the election of 1896?

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The Populists supported William Jennings Bryan in the election of 1896. The party, which was formed to represent the interests of farmers and laborers and challenge the dominant two-party system, believed Bryan would fight for their economic concerns, such as the regulation of railroads and the free coinage of silver. However, Bryan was ultimately defeated by Republican candidate William McKinley.

The People's Party (The Populists) Supported Which Candidate in the Election