Which of the following is best supported by evidence as you analyze the impact of the Cold War on racial tensions within the U.S.?(1 point)
Responses
U.S. leaders focused on the Cold War and national security concerns to such an extent that they paid relatively little attention to the civil rights movement.
U.S. leaders focused on the Cold War and national security concerns to such an extent that they paid relatively little attention to the civil rights movement.
U.S. leaders were hesitant to openly support civil rights initiatives for fear of being labeled as “soft” on communism.
U.S. leaders were hesitant to openly support civil rights initiatives for fear of being labeled as “soft” on communism.
Most civil rights leaders focused on race as a domestic issue and paid little attention to the international impact of racial discrimination.
Most civil rights leaders focused on race as a domestic issue and paid little attention to the international impact of racial discrimination.
Over time, U.S. policy makers became aware that the U.S. needed to address issues such as racial segregation and discrimination as part of its larger Cold War strategy.