nationwide grass movements Flashcards
1
Q
How did the nationwide grassroots movement under Henry Wilson help in protesting the CDA?
A
- 1872-3 regional electoral leagues were established to press for repeal during parliamentary and local elections, some were controlled by Henry Wilson.
- Henry Wilson was a brilliant organiser, who got support from the Liberal Party at a national level.
- Had challenged Liberal candidates at by-elections in 1870
- 1880 Henry Wilson helped to create a political committee of Liberal MP’s to push for the repeal in Parliament.
- had financial support as they had the support of the working class and business men
2
Q
How significant was the Nationwide Grassroots Movement in the repeal of the CDA
A
- Was important as the regional groups had helped to gain support politically from the Liberal MP’s
- Had transformed it to a mass and nationwide movement.
