The founders of the Populist Party would most likely have agreed with which

of the following statements?

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A. "Regulation of private industry is illegal and violates sound

economic principles.

B. "Farmers' cooperatives and Granges hurt healthy competition in

the free market.

C. "Private railroads and grain elevators charge unfair prices at the

expense of farmers."

D. "Gold-backed currency puts more money in the pockets of workers

and farmers.