Why Did Populists Call for Public Ownership of the Railroads

question 90

Multiple Choice

Why did Populists call for public ownership of the railroads?

• A) to convince the government to invest more money in a better road network
• B) because they wanted to destroy the American Railway Union
• C) because they distrusted large and powerful corporations like those owning the railroads
• D) because they believed the state should own key institutions and corporations
• E) because farmers would be able to transport their crops at a lower cost

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