How does the scarecrow symbolize populism in the wizard of oz?

Answer 1

The Scarecrow represents the farmers that are ignorant of many city things but are honest and can easily understand things with little education (in the Scarecrows case, no brains). Strong supporters of populism (Dorothy).

Answer 2

That he rises from country bumpkin to Emerald City ruleris the reason why the Scarecrow represents power and change in "The Wizard of Oz."

Specifically, the upward mobility occurs in both the original 1900 book edition and the beloved 1939 film version of "The Wizard of Oz." In both cases, the Scarecrow also may be seen as symbolic of the urbanization of American life. He leaves the country to take advantage of the greater opportunities in the city.