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Which statement best describes President Johnson's managing of the Reconstruction?

A. He was more lenient toward former Confederates than the Southern Democrats wanted.

B. He refused to engage in the Reconstruction.

C. He was harsher toward former Confederates than the Radical Republicans wanted.

D. He was more lenient toward former Confederates than the Radical Republicans wanted.



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Final answer:

President Johnson's management of Reconstruction showed conflicts between his leniency towards former Confederates and the Radical Republicans' desires, leading to impeachment attempts.


Explanation:

President Johnson's managing of the Reconstruction involved his approach to readmitting southern states post-Civil War. Johnson's leniency towards former Confederates conflicted with the desires of Radical Republicans in Congress, leading to their impeachment attempts. His actions heightened tensions during Reconstruction, showing the power struggle between the President and Congress.


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