Impact of Social Movements on U.S. Politics

Medium Unit 5: Political Participation Social Movements

Social movements play a crucial role in American democracy, influencing public policy and societal change. One significant social movement in U.S. history was the Civil Rights Movement, which aimed to end racial segregation and discrimination against African Americans. Organizations within this movement, such as the NAACP and SNCC, utilized various strategies, including legal challenges and grassroots organizing, to achieve their goals.

Which of the following statements best describes a primary impact of social movements like the Civil Rights Movement on U.S. politics?

Social movements have failed to significantly change public attitudes toward key social issues.

Social movements primarily influence public policy by establishing new political parties.

Social movements can shift public opinion and lead to changes in legislation.

Social movements mainly operate in isolation from established political institutions.

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