Group of three democratic political leaders in Georgia that encouraged Georgia to become more self sufficient by producing and manufacturing their own goods. Gained a lot of wealth from investors.
International Cotton Expositions
The editor of the Atlanta Constitution newspaper and was a vocal supporter of industry in Georgia. Coined the phrase "The New South"
Populist Party
Rights for all Farmers!
The time in the south from 1877- the mid 1890s.
Tom Watson
Elect me to the house of representatives and I'll fight for all Georgian's rights!
Industrial fairs that spotlighted attention on the states cotton textile industry, hosted by GA in 1881, 1887, and 1897.
Political party that represented farmer's and non-big businesses and challenged the Democratic party's power.
Influential populist leader in GA and member of the House of Representatives. Advocated for poor Georgians, both black and white.