Grover Cleveland defeats Benjamin Harrison in the 1892 US presidential election

Background. Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd president, faced declining support due to high tariffs and spending. Congressional losses in 1890 weakened his position, with some Republicans organizing to deny him the nomination. Meanwhile, Grover Cleveland, the 22nd president, was renominated by Democrats. The election became a rematch, with Cleveland campaigning against the Lodge Bill and advocating for lower tariffs.

Campaign Dynamics. The campaign was characterized as clean and quiet, contrasting with previous elections. This atmosphere was influenced by the illness of Harrison's wife, Caroline, who died in October 1892. Cleveland's 'silver letter' brought him back into the spotlight. Harrison's administration faced criticism for economic policies, while Cleveland ran on a platform of tariff reduction.

Election Results. Cleveland won both the popular vote and the electoral college, becoming the first president to be succeeded by his predecessor. The election was part of a streak where the incumbent party was defeated. Harrison's defeat was attributed to unpopularity over tariffs and spending. Weaver, a Populist candidate, also participated, having published 'A Call to Action' in 1892.