To end the Depression of 1893, "Coxey's Army" would have supported
A) increasing tariffs on imported goods.
B) repealing the Sherman Silver Act.
C) introducing a progressive income tax.
D) seeking advice from James J. Hill and J. P. Morgan.

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Coxey's Army, a protest march to Washington D.C. in 1894 led by Jacob Coxey, advocated for public works programs to create jobs and stimulate the economy. They supported an increase in government spending, not specifically mentioned in the options, but a progressive income tax (C) aligns with their broader goals of economic reform and addressing wealth inequality, rather than the other options which do not directly relate to their demands.

To End the Depression of 1893, "Coxey's Army" Would Have