2 Dez 1887 Jahr - Cleveland proposes lower tariffs due to surplus in treasury (Dec 1887)

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Cleveland proposed appeal to lower tariffs (1887), succeeded in popularizing issue; Dems frustrated by Cleveland’s stubborn-ness, Repub happy bcuz lower tariffs → higher taxes, lower wages, increased unemployment; Was first real issue in political terms that divided both parties for 1888 election

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