Tariff reform. Cleveland and Thurman

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Tariff reform. Cleveland and Thurman

Tariff reform. Cleveland and Thurman. Date c1888 Sept. 17

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Cleveland Reform Tariff Thurman

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This photograph, dated September 17, 1888, captures a pivotal moment in American political history as President Grover Cleveland and Senator John Sherman Thurman engage in a heated discussion regarding tariff reform. The image, published by Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the intense negotiations that shaped the economic landscape of the late 19th century. President Cleveland, dressed in a formal suit and wearing a serious expression, sits at a table adorned with documents and a globe. Senator Thurman, wearing a bow tie and holding a cane, stands before him, gesturing animatedly. The backdrop of the room is filled with books and maps, symbolizing the intellectual rigor and global awareness that informed their debate. The tariff issue was a contentious one, with protectionist forces advocating for high tariffs to shield American industries from foreign competition, while free traders argued for lower tariffs to promote international trade. Cleveland, a Democrat, had campaigned on a platform of reducing tariffs, while Thurman, a Republican and the author of the highly protective McKinley Tariff, sought to maintain high tariffs. The meeting between Cleveland and Thurman was a significant step towards resolving the tariff issue, which had been a major point of contention in American politics for decades. Ultimately, the two men reached a compromise, known as the Tariff Act of 1888, which reduced some tariffs while maintaining others at high levels. The compromise marked a turning point in American economic policy and set the stage for the emergence of a more protectionist economic climate in the years to come.

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