Considering the 1946 Georgia gubernatorial election, did the end of the white primary system allow African Americans a sufficient voice in politics? Why or why not?

Question

A.
No, a segregationist was reelected to office.

B.
No, minorities were still not permitted to vote.

C.
Yes, the state elected its first African American governor.

D.
Yes, a candidate committed to integration was elected.

Answer 1

The correct answer is A. No, a segregationist was reelected to office.

While the end of the white primary system did allow for some African American participation in politics, the broader environment of segregation and systemic racism in Georgia meant that the election of 1946 still resulted in the reelection of a segregationist. This indicated that while there were some changes, the political landscape remained largely unresponsive to the needs and voices of African Americans at that time.