Question

Is this statement true or false?

Most Americans outside the South were horrified when they saw television coverage of the mistreatment of blacks.

Responses

true
true

false

Answer 1

The statement is generally considered true. Many Americans outside the South were shocked and horrified by the television coverage of the mistreatment of Black individuals during the Civil Rights Movement, particularly during events such as the Birmingham campaign in 1963. The graphic images and reports of violence played a significant role in shaping public opinion and garnering support for civil rights reforms.