Question

During Andrew Johnson’s presidency, the Radical Republicans gained control over policymaking in Congress. They had enough power to override any presidential veto. How did the Radical Republicans use this opportunity?

Answer 1

Answer:

Congressional Reconstruction, guided by Radical Republicans, aggressively pursued political equality for African Americans as defined by several pieces of legislation and the 14th Amendment. Conflict between Congress and President Andrew Johnson escalated until he was impeached.

Answer 2

Your answer would be A.

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