Political Flashcards
1
Q
What suggests political stagnation?
A
A republican hegemony since 1865 -
With only 5 swing states
(14 safe democrats plus 16 safe republicans)
2
Q
Hayes compromise
A
Hayes compromise 1877
Essentially allowed radical reconstruction to end with removal of the army from the south
3
Q
Brief examples of political corruption -
A
Tamany hall ($3 million plaster contract)
The tweed ring
New York customs house
Rosco Conkling