Why were black political leaders largely unsuccessful in achieving their goals?
A) They were unskilled in politics.
B) They were generally uneducated, lower-class men.
C) They faced opposition from most Democrats and some white Republicans.
D) They attempted to gain support from European interests.
Answer: C
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