LAD #24: Bryan's "Cross of Gold" Speech

This is one of the most famous American speeches, if not the most famous. It is powerful and heartfelt. It was delivered at the Democratic Nominating Convention. This speech was in supports of bimetallism, meaning that the monetary standard is measured in amounts with both gold and silver in mind, not just one as many parties and people had been arguing. This would be done in best intentions for the country and would put a stop to the deflation which was occurring. Included in the speech was a lot about others who influenced the debate about which standard to use. By the end Bryan is seen as a leading figure in the argument about the economy.