answersLogoWhite

0

In some historical contexts, such as the United States before the 15th Amendment, certain states implemented "grandfather clauses" that allowed white males to vote if their ancestors had been eligible to vote before the Civil War, regardless of their current literacy or tax status. This effectively exempted them from restrictions that disenfranchised other groups, particularly Black citizens. Additionally, some states employed practices like literacy tests that were selectively enforced, ensuring that white voters were less likely to be challenged than their non-white counterparts. These measures were part of broader systemic efforts to maintain white supremacy in the electoral process.

User Avatar

AnswerBot

1w ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What is Frederick Douglass tone in his essay learning to read and write?

Frederick Douglass' "Learning to Read and Write" was shown to an audience of white males because at the time, many women and slaves were not literate. His purpose in writing this was to show slaves that if they learned to read and write they could better themselves.


Are girls allowed to read cirque du freak?

Of course girls are allowed to read Cirque du Freak. I, myself as a female, am a huge fan of Darren Shan. Cirque du Freak was a wonderful book, in my opinion for both males and females alike. I would also suggest The Demonata Series by Darren Shan as a good read.


How many in America could read in 1776?

In 1776, literacy rates in America varied widely, but estimates suggest that about 60-70% of white males could read, while female literacy rates were significantly lower, around 30-40%. Literacy among enslaved individuals and Native Americans was much lower due to systemic barriers. Overall, the ability to read was more common in urban areas compared to rural regions.


When was ink first made?

Shortly after white ink, which was in need of replacement as no one could read it on the era's white paper.


Why is it hard for African American people to read?

Isn't hard for them to read. If anything it is Males(boys) who have a trouble reading. women are faster at learning the males because mens' brains don't compute as fast as males


Why were early christians not allowed to read the bible?

the earliest christians were able to read the bible...if they could read. Once the bible was translated to latin in the vulgate, it became out of reach for most believers. This was done because latin was the language of the educated. What kept them from reading was not that they weren't allowed but that they didn't have a bible and they couldn't read latin.


What percent of males can read and write in Bolivia?

45


What is black and white and read all over joke?

It could be a few things depending on the work red/read. If it's red it's usually something to do with a penguin but if it's read it's usually a newpaper


Why didnt males allow women to preech?

Back in biblical times, males were dominant over women. Most women were lucky if they could read or write and some people even thought women preaching was a bad thing for the church.


When could a woman open a bank account?

anytime you want. this isn't the back in the day when women werent allowed to read or have an opinion


Who is allowed to read the Torah?

Jews


Is it allowed to read other peoples textmessages?

No.