The 1896 election was a dramatic victory for the Republicans, setting the stage for their domination for several decades.

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This statement is true. The 1896 election was a significant victory for the Republicans, with their nominee William McKinley defeating Democrat William Jennings Bryan in a campaign focused on economic issues, particularly the gold standard. The Republicans' success in this election led to their domination of presidential politics for much of the next thirty-six years, with only two Democrats (Woodrow Wilson and Franklin Roosevelt) winning the presidency during that time.

The 1896 Election Was a Dramatic Victory for the Republicans