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The History of Illiberalism in America

We the People

CHAPTER

Reconstruction: Challenges and Consequences

This chapter examines the pivotal role of African Americans in the Reconstruction era, highlighting their push for constitutional changes and civil rights through grassroots activism. It explores the complexities of the Freedmen's Bureau, the paradox of the penal system, and the harsh realities of mass incarceration linked to the 13th Amendment. Additionally, the chapter addresses the challenges faced by democratic movements in the South, juxtaposed against the violent backlash and declining support for Reconstruction efforts.

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