Asked by Prateek Sehta on Sep 28, 2024

Which of the following statements about African Americans' political power in the late 1960s and 1970s is LEAST accurate?

A) The presence of black Americans in local political offices increased substantially.
B) The majority of black Americans rejected mainstream politics and embraced black power ideologies.
C) Attempts to create a large and effective independent black political organization proved unable to overcome divisions among black Americans.
D) Although its membership fluctuated,the Congressional Black Caucus emerged as and remained a strong and aggressive body.

Political Power

The ability or authority to control or influence the behavior of others, especially in the governance of a country or area.

Black Power Ideologies

Black Power Ideologies encompass a range of political and social movements in the 1960s and 1970s that advocated for racial pride, economic empowerment, and the creation of political and cultural institutions for African Americans in the face of systemic racism.

Congressional Black Caucus

An organization representing the black members of the United States Congress, aimed at addressing legislative concerns and policies affecting African Americans.

  • Investigate the progression of political authority and presence of African-Americans from the 1960s through the 1970s.