The election of 1896 and the administration of William McKinley / editor, Arthur M. Schlesinger, Jr. ; associate editors, Fred L. Israel, David J. Frent.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 130-131) and index.
Contents
The election of 1896 / Donald A. Ritchie -- Facts at a glance -- Democratic Party platform of 1896 -- Republican Party platform of 1896 -- The People's (Populist) Party platform -- The "cross of gold" speech -- Bryan becomes Populist candidate -- McKinley accepts the nomination -- McKinley's first inaugural address -- The annexation of Hawaii -- Peace treaty with Spain -- The open door policy -- Second inaugural address -- The assassination of McKinley.
Summary
A discussion of the presidential election of 1896 and the subsequent administration of William McKinley, based on source documents.