Why did some members of the Alliance decide to join the People's Party?

The choice to join the People's Party by some members of the Alliance is primarily rooted in their perception of the Democratic Party's inability to address or support their goals. In the late 19th century, the Alliance, which was formed to advocate for the rights and needs of farmers, increasingly found that the Democratic Party was not aligning with their interests, particularly concerning economic policies, monetary reform, and issues related to agricultural production and pricing.

As they faced challenges such as falling crop prices, high levels of debt, and exploitative practices from railroads and banks, many Alliance members believed that their voices were not being heard within the Democratic Party, which was often perceived as being more aligned with the interests of urban and industrial constituencies. The formation of the People's Party, also known as the Populist Party, was seen as a necessary step to create a political platform that truly represented the interests of farmers and rural communities, allowing them to push for reforms that they deemed critical for their survival and prosperity.

This disillusionment with the existing political structure led members to seek an alternative that could champion their causes more effectively, hence their decision to join the People's Party.