Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd President of the United States, strongly supported protective tariffs as a means to promote American industries and safeguard jobs. His administration enacted the McKinley Tariff of 1890, which raised tariff rates to historically high levels, aiming to protect domestic producers from foreign competition. Harrison believed that these tariffs would stimulate economic growth and contribute to national prosperity, although they also faced criticism for increasing consumer prices. Overall, his tariff policies reflected a commitment to fostering domestic economic interests during his presidency.
Benjamin Harrison was a Republican.
The US presidents Harrison were grandfather (Wm Henry) and grandson (Benjamin) Benjamin Harrison who signed the Declaration of Independence was the father of William Henry Harrison.
Benjamin Harrison died on March 13, 1901 at the age of 67.
Benjamin Harrison, signer of the Declaration of Independence, had 7 children.
William Henry Harrison ( 1773-1841) and Benjamin Harrison (1833-1901)Benjamin Harrison (23rd president) was the grandson of William Henry Harrison (9th president.) Benjamin's father, John Harrison , who served a term in Congress, was both the son of a President and the father of a President.
Grover Cleveland and Benjamin Harrison
Grover Cleveland wanted to lower tariffs rate but congress would not support or help him. Meanwhile Benjamin Harrison wanted tariffs even higher and he signed the McKinley Tariff Act of 1890,which raised tariffs on manufactured goods to their highest level yet.
The incumbent, Cleveland, proposed a reduction in protective tariffs. Harrison promised stiff protedive tariffs.Democrat party in New York opposed Cleveland's moves to restrict political patronage and did not help Cleveland in New York which went to Harrison and gave him the election.
No, Benjamin Harrison is not single.
Benjamin Harrison was 67 at death
Benjamin Harrison was a Republican.
Benjamin Harrison was a Republican.
Benjamin Harrison is a/an Politician,lawyer
Benjamin Harrison's full name is Benjamin Harrison. Seventeen of the 44 presidents did not have middle names. Benjamin Harrison is one of them.
Benjamin Harrison was a grandson of William Henry Harrison. ( He had several others.)
Yes, Benjamin Harrison has 1 kids
Yes, Benjamin Harrison has 1 kids