The growth of the Populist Party was largely driven by government corruption. The party emerged in the late 19th century as a response to the economic struggles faced by farmers and working-class people, which were exacerbated by corporate monopolies and perceived corruption in government that favored the wealthy and powerful.
Which social or economic change led to the growth of the Populist Party?
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low transportation rates
low transportation rates
government corruption
government corruption
good market prices
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