All of the following statements are true about the Black Panther Party EXCEPT:
A)It was founded in Oakland, California, in 1966.
B)It demanded that black Americans patronize only black-owned stores.
C)Its members provided free breakfast to thousands of poor children.
D)Its members believed that providing goods and services to downtrodden black people was crucial.
E)Its members patrolled the streets in armed groups to end police brutality.

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The Black Panther Party did not specifically demand that black Americans patronize only black-owned stores. While economic empowerment and support for black-owned businesses were part of the broader movement for black liberation, the Black Panther Party's focus was more on direct community service programs (like the Free Breakfast for Children Program), self-defense against police brutality, and advocating for racial justice and equality.

All of the Following Statements Are True About the Black