9. presidents and civil rights Flashcards
1
Q
Woodrow Wilson 1913-1921
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believed in white supremacy
2
Q
most radical administration since reconstruction
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Franklin D Roosevelt 1933-45
3
Q
e.g. of aid during new deal which encompassed AA
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creation of the Civilian Conservation Corps CCC in 1933
provided work for unemployed people. stated no discrimination on race (anticipated legislation of 60s and 70s)
4
Q
why were many blacks excluded by New deal legislation
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did not cover agricultural or domestic service