What party found its only presidential success by nominating a popular military hero without known political coloration and obscuring party divisions by not writing a party platform?

Most media elites view their role in American politics as one of

a. neutral observer. c. unbiased commentator. b. active participant. d. mass commentator.

Which of the following was a populist farmers' alliance that was influential in the creation of the 1876 Constitution?

A. Radical Republicans B. Jacksonian Democrats C. Democratic Party D. Texas Grange