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how did the panic of 1873 affect public support for reconstruction policies?
it led to a shift in priorities toward environmental concerns.
it decreased support, as people focused on economic issues instead.
it increased support, as people sought government intervention.
it had no impact on the support for reconstruction policies.

Explanation:

The Panic of 1873 was a severe economic depression in the U.S. Before this, Reconstruction policies focused on rebuilding the South and securing rights for formerly enslaved people. The economic crisis shifted public and political attention away from Reconstruction, as people prioritized addressing job losses, business failures, and financial instability over the social and political goals of Reconstruction. This led to a decline in support for continuing Reconstruction efforts.

Answer:

It decreased support, as people focused on economic issues instead.