Many white Southerners during Reconstruction perceived the goal of Northerners who moved South, often referred to as "carpetbaggers," as primarily aimed at exploiting the region for personal gain. They believed that these Northern newcomers sought to take advantage of the South's post-war economic turmoil, impose Northern values and policies, and undermine traditional Southern society and culture. This perception was fueled by resentment over the political and social changes being implemented during Reconstruction, as well as the economic struggles faced by many Southerners following the Civil War.
What did white Southerners think the goal was of all Northerners who moved south during Reconstruction?
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