Asked by jakaila perry on Apr 24, 2024

What undermined the credibility of the Ku Klux Klan in the 1920s?

A) They did not admit women.
B) Their leader was found guilty of sexual assault and fraud.
C) They admitted African-Americans.
D) They focused on issues other than race.

Ku Klux Klan

A white supremacist hate group in the United States known for promoting racism, anti-Semitism, and violence against African Americans and other minority groups.

Sexual Assault

Any non-consensual sexual contact or behavior, a serious crime that can have profound psychological effects on the survivor.

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