What prompted the founding of the Western Federation of Miners in 1893?
A)the discovery of the Comstock Lode in Nevada
B)the election of a populist governor in Nebraska
C)a mining accident in Colorado
D)the gunning down of seven strikers in Idaho

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The Western Federation of Miners was founded in response to labor disputes and violence, including the incident where seven strikers were gunned down in Idaho, highlighting the dangerous conditions and exploitation faced by miners, leading to the organization's creation to advocate for their rights and safety.

What Prompted the Founding of the Western Federation of Miners