In this speech, Bryan laid out his belief that the existence of multiple forms of legal tender was necessary for the health of the national economy, as farmers would benefit from being able to sell their crops at a higher price. Bryan became both the Democratic and the Populist party nominee, due in part to his stances on the issues of the gold standard, which he believed could alleviate the Panic of 1896.
Bryan's speech advocated for multiple forms of legal tender to support farmers by allowing them to sell their crops at a higher price. This stance led him to be nominated by both the Democratic and Populist parties, partly due to his views on the gold standard which he believed could address the Panic of 1896.