Why was silver not just a political or economic issue but also a social movement in the 1890s?

a. Those who favored silver coinage identified themselves with urbanization and industrialization.
b. Supporting the free coinage of silver meant rejecting all government intervention in economic issues.
c. Those who were unemployed tended to fight against the free and independent coinage of silver.
d. Those who supported the free coinage of silver also supported other economic programs and could be identified as supporters of change.
e. Identifying oneself with silver coinage also indicated one's values and political affiliation.


E

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