What brought about the legislature's adoption of the poll tax in 1904?
a. The increasing influence of the KKK in the legislature sought to diminish the power of minorities.
b. The Republican Party sought to limit the numbers of those who could have a say in the party.
c. A new source of revenue was required to fund roadwork programs in the state.
d. The increasing influence of the Populist movements and the threat it posed to the Democrats.
Answer: d
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Which of the following is NOT an argument in support of a regressive tax?
a) People deserve the income that they earn. b) People should not be penalized for making more money. c) It is not the job of the government to redistribute wealth to the poor. d) Tax should be based on ability to pay