The Evolution of Politics in the Deep South.

Democratic Party (U.S.); Republican Party (U.S. : 1854- ); Southerners (U.S.); Political candidates; Presidents of the United States; United States history; History of United States elections; History of political parties; Political participation; Political science

Deep South (U.S.); United States

The article discusses the history of politics in the region within U.S. Southern States known as the Deep South from the 1860s through the early 21st century. An overview of Southerners' support for U.S. Republican and Democratic parties, including in regard to the support of presidential candidates in U.S. elections and Southern Democrats' opposition to progressivism during the early 20th century, is provided.