What was one problem with the lyrics in the late 1800s?
A) voter registration was difficult, especially for people who did not speak English, so people did not vote
B) Machines like Tammany Hall accepted bribes, took graft, and helped people in exchange for votes
C) it was hard to find candidates for office because there were so many constituent demands that could not be met.
D) The media did not give accurate information about candidates and what they stood for.