What was a major reason that the slogan "states' rights" became tarnished in the 1950s and 1960s?
A) It had been used to advocate for a series of home rule policies that cost thousands of people their jobs.
B) It had been used by southern opponents of the civil rights movement to support racial segregation.
C) It had been used by religious organizations to increase federal spending on faith-based initiatives.
D) It had been used by antiwar activists to protest against increases in military spending.
E) It had been used by supporters of the civil rights movement to oppose racial segregation.

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The slogan "states' rights" became associated with opposition to civil rights and racial segregation in the 1950s and 1960s. Southern states used this phrase to assert their authority in matters such as segregation and voting rights, leading to its tarnished reputation.

What Was a Major Reason That the Slogan "States' Rights