Civics, Politics, and Government

Question

How did the Democratic Party’s support of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 lead to a change in its membership?
(1 point)
Responses

It led to the withdrawal of many rural farmers.
It led to the withdrawal of many rural farmers.

It led to the withdrawal of many urban workers.
It led to the withdrawal of many urban workers.

It led to the withdrawal of many members in the North.
It led to the withdrawal of many members in the North.

It led to the withdrawal of many members in the South.

Answer 1

The correct response is:

It led to the withdrawal of many members in the South.

The Democratic Party's support of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 alienated many Southern white voters, leading to a shift in the party's membership, particularly in the South, as many conservative Democrats left the party in favor of the Republican Party.