4) The preamble to the Populist Party platform describes America as on the "...verge of moral, political, and material ruin...The people are demoralized...The fruits of the toil of millions are boldly stolen to build up colossal fortunes for a few, unprecedented in the history of mankind; and the possessors of those, in turn, despise the republic and endanger liberty. From the same prolific womb of governmental injustice we breed the two great classes beggars and millionaires."

Compare and contrast this description with the one provided in this speech by Mary Elizabeth Lease. What does she say that is similar or different? (3-4 sentences)