The trend of not overtly supporting racist policies but encouraging opponents of civil rights policies to believe one agrees with those individuals began with President:

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This trend, often referred to as the "Southern Strategy," began with President Richard Nixon. It involved appealing to racist sentiments and opposition to civil rights policies in a subtle manner to gain political support without overtly endorsing racist policies.

The Trend of Not Overtly Supporting Racist Policies but Encouraging