How Did Many Whites React to the Increased Presence of Blacks

question 36

Multiple Choice

How did many whites react to the increased presence of blacks in the Democratic Party?

• A) Whites accepted the blacks, as long as they stayed in subordinate positions.
• B) Some southern whites were infuriated, and actually walked out of the presidential convention when blacks spoke.
• C) Whites began to organize violent action in the presidential convention hall to get rid of blacks.
• D) Blacks were not formally allowed to participate in the Democratic Party at all.