Silver vs. Gold

The fight over the gold standard versus bimetallism intensifies as Grover blames the previous administration's silver policies for the recession. Advocates for silver argue that including both gold and silver in the currency would help struggling farmers and laborers, while Grover and his supporters fear it would destabilize the economy. A secret surgery at sea adds a curious twist to the political landscape, as Grover seeks to maintain investor confidence amidst rising tensions.