Question

Which of the following best describes the platform of the Bourbon Democrats?

A. There was an emphasis on increasing manufacturing and production in
state.
B. The key to prosperity for the state was to concentrate only on agricultural
production
C. To make the best use of state resources more money needed to be spent on
farmers.
D. The state's economy needed northern resources and money to compete

Answer 1

Answer: Option (A). There was an emphasis on increasing manufacturing and production in state.

Explanation: The Bourbon Democrats believes in free market economy, they promoted laissez-faire capitalism, Bourbon Democrats greatly supported business interests, generally supporting the goals of banking and railroads, however they opposed to subsidies for them and were unwilling to protect them from competition, they believe competition is healthy for the economy. Emphasis on increasing manufacturing and production in the state best describes the Bourbon Democrats.