An attempt during the post-Civil War period to break through the racial division and unify poor whites and blacks on the basis of class was initiated by the:
A) Democratic Party
B) Populist Party
C) Independent Party
D) Republican Party

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The Populist Party, also known as the People's Party, was formed in 1892 and sought to unite farmers, laborers, and other working-class citizens, including both blacks and whites. They advocated for economic reforms such as a graduated income tax and nationalizing railroads in an attempt to break the power of the wealthy elites. While their efforts ultimately fell short, the Populist Party's attempt to build a coalition of poor whites and blacks based on class rather than race was a noteworthy effort during the post-Civil War period.

An Attempt During the Post-Civil War Period to Break Through