Question

Which was the main issue that divided presidential candidates of the Democratic and Republican Parties in the late nineteenth century?

going to war

Supreme Court rulings

lowering or raising tariffs

newspaper coverage of scandals

Answer 1

Don't quote me on this but I believe it's Lowering or Raising Tariffs

Answer 2

The main issue that divided presidential candidates of the Democratic and Republican Parties in the late nineteenth century was about lowering or raising tariffs.

The Democratic candidates defended a progressive tax, and did not oppose the tax increase to finance the government.

On the other hand, Republicans favored a "fixed tax" (same tax rate regardless of income), and opposed the increase in taxes.