### The Collapse of Reconstruction: Southern Resurgence and the Rise of Terrorism ###
During Reconstruction, Southern whites regained power through terrorism and economic pressure, undermining advancements for Black Americans. The emergence of the Ku Klux Klan unleashed widespread violence, while Congressional measures aimed at curbing this violence inadvertently weakened the Republican Party in the South. Scandals and the Panic of 1873 further eroded support for Republicans. As Northern interest diminished, Southern Democrats successfully “redeemed” the South, leading to a significant retreat from the political progress achieved during Reconstruction, particularly undermining the rights granted by the 14th and 15th Amendments. ###
### The Collapse of Reconstruction: Southern Resurgence and the Rise of Terrorism ###
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Bellringer • Explain how Southern whites regained power during Reconstruction
The Collapse of Reconstruction • Opposition to Reconstruction • The Ku Klux Klan unleashes terrorism against black Americans • Reconstruction opponents exert economic pressure • Congressional legislation curtails Klan violence, but weakens the Republican Party in the South
The Collapse of Reconstruction • Scandals and Money Crisis Hurt Republicans • Scandals weaken the Republican Party • Reformers in the party join Democrats, Grant defeats Horace Greeley • Bank and business failure cause the Panic of 1873 and economic depression
The Collapse of Reconstruction • Judicial and Popular Support Fades • Supreme Court decisions undermine the 14th and 15th Amendments • Northerners begin to withdraw support for Reconstruction, Southern Democrats “Redeem” the South • Most white Americans lose interest in the problems of black Americans
Class work • Review Chapter 12, Section 3 Assessment • Review flip cards • Complete Chapter 12 Assessment, pg 374
Homework • Study Cornell Notes, flip cards, and section assessments for Chapter 12 test tomorrow • Complete Chapter 12 crossword puzzle
