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This book narrates the rapid rise and fall of the Know-Nothing Party in mid-19th century Rhode Island, exploring its roots in anti-foreigner and anti-Catholic sentiment. As the nation grappled with the Kansas-Nebraska Act and the issue of slavery, this secretive organization gained strength by exploiting fears and prejudices. It capitalized on public anxiety about the perceived dominance of the Catholic Church and the rising tide of immigration. The author delves into the party's tactics, including the use of coded language and secret oaths, exposing the machinations of a political force that thrived on fear and exclusion. The book analyzes the Know-Nothing Party's successful 1855 election campaign in Rhode Island, which swept them into power on a wave of nativism and anti-immigrant sentiment. However, their reign was short-lived as their divisive policies and lack of a cohesive agenda led to their downfall. This book offers a cautionary tale about the dangers of political extremism and the importance of protecting the rights of minorities. It illuminates the complex interplay between social, political, and religious forces that shaped the American political landscape in the 19th century, and serves as a reminder of the enduring battle between tolerance and intolerance in society.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book narrates the rapid rise and fall of the Know-Nothing Party in mid-19th century Rhode Island, exploring its roots in anti-foreigner and anti-Catholic sentiment. As the nation grappled with the Kansas-Nebraska Act and the issue of slavery, this secretive organization gained strength by exploiting fears and prejudices. It capitalized on public anxiety about the perceived dominance of the Catholic Church and the rising tide of immigration. The author delves into the party's tactics, including the use of coded language and secret oaths, exposing the machinations of a political force that thrived on fear and exclusion. The book analyzes the Know-Nothing Party's successful 1855 election campaign in Rhode Island, which swept them into power on a wave of nativism and anti-immigrant sentiment. However, their reign was short-lived as their divisive policies and lack of a cohesive agenda led to their downfall. This book offers a cautionary tale about the dangers of political extremism and the importance of protecting the rights of minorities. It illuminates the complex interplay between social, political, and religious forces that shaped the American political landscape in the 19th century, and serves as a reminder of the enduring battle between tolerance and intolerance in society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333288709_0
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