How did demobilization following WWI impact racism in the United States?

It increased racism because African Americans held jobs that returning white soldiers wanted.

It increased racism because African Americans had refused to fight in the war.

It decreased racism because African Americans were recognized for their contributions to the war effort.

It decreased racism because African Americans and whites were no longer competing for the same jobs.

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Sariah Myers

2 June, 15:30

How did demobilization following WWI impact racism in the United States?

It increased racism because African Americans held jobs that returning white soldiers wanted.

It increased racism because African Americans had refused to fight in the war.

It decreased racism because African Americans were recognized for their contributions to the war effort.

It decreased racism because African Americans and whites were no longer competing for the same jobs.

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Julian Donovan · Answer 1

"It increased racism because African Americans held jobs that returning white soldiers wanted" is the best answer, although the effects of demobilization on African Americans were different throughout the country.