The most innovative proposal of the Ocala Demands came from Charles Macune. His "subtreasury system" would have
A. asked the federal government to buy up surpluses for distribution to the unemployed.
B. demanded lower tariffs to promote competition.
C. required a system of government warehouses for crop storage until prices rose.
D. called for federal regulation of railroad rates.
Answer: C
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