The Klan's Image Transformation

This chapter examines the shifting public perception of the Ku Klux Klan, especially as societal leaders denounce the group. It highlights historical factors, such as the influence of D.W. Griffith's film 'The Birth of a Nation,' on the Klan's image and the ways it evolved from a violent organization to a politically active entity. The discussion also addresses the psychological allure of extremist groups and the tactics employed by opposition groups to counteract the Klan's influence.