Southern Stategy (nov 1, 1964 – nov 1, 1972)
Description:
Originally used in the 1964 election southern strategy was a Republican electoral strategy to appeal to white voters through racism towards African Americans. It ultimately succeeded in swaying voters in the southern democratic stronghold states which played a key role in many elections over the civil rights time period.Added to timeline:
Date:
nov 1, 1964
nov 1, 1972
~ 8 years