Question: In 1891, the Farmers' Alliance decided it was time for a new approach to get the legislation they so badly needly passed. How did the newly formed Populist Party handle the 1892 presidential election? Responses They agreed to further build their base before attempting a presidential campaign. They agreed to further build their base before attempting a presidential campaign. They announced the Omaha Platform and decided upon a presidential candidate. They announced the Omaha Platform and decided upon a presidential candidate. They decided to only put forth congressional candidates but wait for a presidential candidate. They decided to only put forth congressional candidates but wait for a presidential candidate. They presented the Omaha Platform to Democrats and joined forces.