The Actions of the "Shivercrats," Which Resulted in Setting a Pattern

question 77

Multiple Choice

The actions of the "Shivercrats," which resulted in setting a pattern where Texans voted Republican at the national level and retained its Democratic leanings at the state and local levels, were brought on by

• A) anger at the failure of Franklin D. Roosevelt-era programs to bring about any economic recovery in Texas.
• B) disgust at Democratic presidential candidate Adlai Stevenson who had criticized Texas numerous times.
• C) resentment toward President Truman for dismissing Texas as a recipient for sizeable federal aid.
• D) a Democratic revolt against President Truman when he vetoed legislation favorable to Texas oil interests.
• E) immigration and settlement policy enacted by President Truman that was unfavorable to Democrats.

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