jan 4, 1892 - Grover Cleveland vs. Benjamin Harrison vs. James B. Weaver
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This election was not just between the Republicans and Democrats, but also the first Populist nominee, James B. Weaver. During this election, the main difference between the Republicans and Democrats was the Republicans continued to push for increasing tariffs while the Democrats demanded import taxes for revenue only. The Populists wanted government ownership of railroads and monetary reform, confronting these issues in ways the other two parties did not. This election ending with Democratic candidate, Grover Cleveland, winning with the most popular votes, and electoral college votes.
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