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How did southerners keep African Americans from political power?

They white southerners kept African Americans from political power is by creating Black codes


Did the Populist advance or hinder the struggle of black southerners for social justice?

The Populist movement in the late 19th century had a complex relationship with the struggle of black southerners for social justice. While the Populists initially sought to unite poor white and black farmers against economic oppression, racial tensions and white supremacy ultimately hindered this collaboration. Many white Populists prioritized their racial identities over solidarity with black citizens, leading to the exclusion of black voices from the movement. Consequently, while the Populists aimed to address economic injustices, their inability to fully embrace racial equality significantly limited their positive impact on the social justice struggles of black southerners.


Why did Americans feel disappointed with Reconstruction?

Black codes and for the southerners no more slavery due to the 13th amendmentThis question was answered by a 5th grader


Why did White Southerners did not want representatives of government agencies in the South?

Assuming that this is related to Mississippi Burning, the Southerners were very community oriented, they didn't want the Northern "Hoover Boys" (reference to Edgar Hoover, head of the FBI at the time) interfering in their problems when they had people to deal with it anyway. Also, they did not see the racial disputes as a problem, this was how they lived and black people were not "humans".


What was the term used by southerners for a return to Democraticwhite rules?

The term used by southerners for a return to Democratic white rule after the Civil War and Reconstruction was "Redemption." This movement aimed to restore white supremacy and undermine the political rights of African Americans. It marked a period where white Democrats sought to reclaim power and reverse the gains made by Black citizens during Reconstruction.