- Why do you think Souther racist politicians chose to frame their defense of racial segregation through the language of “law and order”? What special advantages was this choice of words going to give them?
In my opinion, I think the racist Southern politicians used the language “law and order” to give the perception that they would do the right thing for everyone. This was their way to make sense and justify their doings and this language also appealed to the people and brought them comfort.
2. Do you think the Southern Strategy is still influencing American politics? Give an example supporting your answer.
Yes, I do believe that the Southern Strategy is influencing American politics. An example of that is the difference of how someone of color is described when someone who is black commits a crime or dies as a result of a crime compared to someone who is white. I have noticed that blacks are usually described negatively and any negative involvement they might have had would be brought up versus someone who is white, they are described as “mentally ill” and their descriptions are softened.
