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Early Civil Rights Efforts — Quiz

Question 6 • US History Studies Since 1877

Who worked against Truman’s efforts to desegregate the military?

Answer
A
Franklin D. Roosevelt
B
A. Philip Randolph
C
Northern Republicans
D
Southern Democrats

Explanation

Southern Democrats opposed Truman’s efforts to desegregate the military, fearing federal action would undermine segregation. A. Philip Randolph, by contrast, pressured Truman to take action against discrimination in the armed forces. Therefore, the correct choice is Southern Democrats.

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