Among the groups listed, African Americans gained more political participation when amendments were added to the Constitution. The 15th Amendment, ratified in 1870, specifically granted African American men the right to vote. Later amendments and civil rights legislation further expanded their political participation.
While other groups such as Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans have also seen changes in political participation due to legislation and court rulings, the most significant constitutional amendments that directly addressed voting rights in a broader manner pertained to African Americans.
Native Americans were not considered U.S. citizens until 1924, and many Asian immigrants faced barriers to citizenship and voting until later in the 20th century. Therefore, the most direct connection to constitutional amendments and increased political participation would be with African Americans.
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