During Reconstruction, most African American politicians held office at the state and local levels of government. While a few were elected to Congress, the majority served in state legislatures and local positions, particularly in Southern states. This was a significant period for African American political participation, as they sought to influence governance and advocate for civil rights. Their involvement was crucial in shaping policies and addressing issues faced by the African American community during that era.
they felt pressure into working together
African American politicians had varied economic pasts.
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African Americans had varied economic skills.
they wanted to show people they were strong and united :) apex
Some of the immediate effects of American reconstruction were the end of slavery, a change of government in the South to disallow Confederate politicians, and the drop of the southern economy because of the lack of slave labor. Longer-term effects included African-Americans gaining the right to vote, long-lasting racial tensions, and the growth of communities that had mostly or all African-Americans.
they wanted to show people they were strong and united :) apex
Some of the immediate effects of American reconstruction were the end of slavery, a change of government in the South to disallow Confederate politicians, and the drop of the southern economy because of the lack of slave labor. Longer-term effects included African-Americans gaining the right to vote, long-lasting racial tensions, and the growth of communities that had mostly or all African-Americans.
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Were members of the Republican Party.
President Andrew Jackson restricted African American rights during reconstruction. Blacks were excluded from southern politics. Radical Reconstruction occurred from 1867 to 1877
They helped write new state constitutions after the civil war.