Populist Revolt Assignment

Instructions:

Carefully read the following question, and submit your answer based on your readings and understanding of the subject.  Your answer should be at least a paragraph in length. Please proofread your submission--points will be deducted for sloppy work. 

The web address http://media.gettyimages.com/photos/cartoon-cover-of-judge-magazine-drawn-by-bernhard-gillam-showing-a-picture-id96817781    shows a cartoon making fun of the People's (Populist) Party as a "Party of Patches."  How many of the party leaders shown riding in the balloon's basket can you identify?  Write a very brief characterization of each.