Scalawags, who were white Southerners that supported Reconstruction and the Republican Party, primarily changed government in the South by bringing Republican ideas to southern politics. This involvement helped to reshape policies, promote civil rights, and integrate African Americans into the political system during the Reconstruction era.
How did the scalawags change government in the South?
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They administered loyalty oaths to former Confederates.
They administered loyalty oaths to former Confederates.
They used legislation to stop African Americans from voting.
They used legislation to stop African Americans from voting.
They brought Republican ideas to southern politics.
They brought Republican ideas to southern politics.
They created the public school system.
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