Ku Klux Klan

Since the early development of society in the United States, racism has always been an issue faced by communities on a political level. America was built from the immigration of people of various backgrounds. However, many white supremacists blame their personal as well as economic misfortunes on ethnic groups. African-Americans, Jews and Catholics are only some of the groups tormented by these white supremacists. As the amount of ethnic diversity gradually increased in the political systems of Louisiana and the United States, organizations were formed to challenge these ethnic groups. The Ku Klux Klan is one of these groups that were formed by people who were angered by the increasing number of influent blacks, Jews and Catholics. Local and state officials that were members of the Klan provided influence, money, and information to the racist organization. As the civil rights movement became accepted, it seemed as if the power of racist organizations increased. However, with the Klan having political figures still bringing prejudice to politics throughout the country, and with multitudes of African-American churches being burned to the ground, it seems as if the Ku Klux Klan is still a threat to the citizens USA.