Black History and Political Shifts

The video discusses the historical political alignment of African-Americans, focusing on the shift from the Republican Party, known for Lincoln's emancipation efforts, to the Democratic Party, influenced by figures like Eleanor Roosevelt and policies like the New Deal. The Civil Rights Movement and Lyndon Johnson's efforts further solidified this shift. The video concludes with reflections on the current political landscape and the importance of educating the community.

What was a significant reason for African-Americans initially supporting the Republican Party during the Reconstruction era?

• The party's agricultural policies

• The party's stance on economic policies

• The party's focus on education

• Abraham Lincoln's role in emancipation

How did Eleanor Roosevelt contribute to the Democratic Party's appeal to African-Americans?

• By opposing the New Deal

• By supporting only white Americans

• By advocating for segregation

• By reaching out to NAACP leaders

What was notable about FDR's New Deal in relation to African-Americans?

• It was only for white Americans

• It excluded African-Americans

• It was opposed by Eleanor Roosevelt

• It included all Americans

What major legislative action did Lyndon Johnson take that influenced African-American political alignment?

• The Voting Rights Act

• The Civil Rights Act

• The Emancipation Proclamation

• The New Deal

Why did African-Americans overwhelmingly support Lyndon Johnson in the elections?

• He actively pushed for the Civil Rights Act

• He was against the Civil Rights Act

• He was a Republican

• He promised economic reforms

What was the Southern Strategy adopted by the Republican Party?

• An appeal to prejudicial elements in the South

• A focus on urban development

• A strategy to increase taxes

• A plan to support the New Deal

What was the impact of the Southern Strategy on the political landscape of the South?

• The South remained neutral

• The South became more Democratic

• The South became more Republican

• The South focused on economic policies

What was a key factor in African-Americans becoming predominantly Democratic?

• The Democratic Party's civil rights initiatives

• The Republican Party's focus on education

• The Republican Party's economic policies

• The Democratic Party's agricultural policies

What role did Eleanor Roosevelt play in the Democratic Party's approach to African-Americans?

• She opposed civil rights

• She supported segregation

• She advocated for inclusivity

• She focused on economic policies

What is a reflection on the historical political shifts discussed in the video?

• African-Americans have always been Republican

• The Republican Party always supported civil rights

• Political shifts were influenced by civil rights actions

• The Democratic Party never appealed to African-Americans