Following the Civil War, various plans were proposed for Reconstruction aimed at reintegrating the Southern states into the Union and addressing the rights of freed slaves. Two of the most prominent figures in this debate were President Abraham Lincoln and his successor, Andrew Johnson. Each had different views on how the South should be rebuilt and reintegrated.
Lincoln's approach was characterized by leniency, with the intent of rapidly restoring Southern states with a focus on reconciliation rather than punishment. In contrast, Johnson, who took office after Lincoln's assassination, adopted a more conciliatory stance towards the South but was less favorable to the rights of freedmen.
Given this context, which of the following statements accurately reflects the key aspects of the Reconstruction plans proposed by Lincoln and Johnson?