Asked by Latia Cooper on Jun 26, 2024
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How did the American public respond to the footage of protesters getting beaten by Chicago police during the national Democratic convention in August 1968?
A) There were appalled and called for Mayor Richard Daley's resignation.
B) They sided with the police by a margin of 2 to 1.
C) They found the footage confusing since the police were in civilian clothes.
D) They were appalled since the students were all black and the police white.
Chicago Police
The law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining order and security in Chicago, Illinois.
Democratic Convention
A gathering where the Democratic Party in the United States selects its presidential and vice-presidential nominees and sets the party platform.
Protesters
Individuals who participate in public demonstrations expressing opposition to policies, actions, or situations they find unjust or unacceptable.
- Explore the repercussions of the Vietnam War on American political and social landscapes.
- Gain insight into the motivations behind and the results of protests against the Vietnam War.
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Sandya RomelusJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The American public largely sided with the police by a margin of 2 to 1, reflecting a broader support for law and order amid the social upheavals of the 1960s.
Learning Objectives
- Explore the repercussions of the Vietnam War on American political and social landscapes.
- Gain insight into the motivations behind and the results of protests against the Vietnam War.