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Why did republicans from the north agree to the
compromise of 1877?

User Natosha
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Answer:The compromise essentially stated that Southern Democrats would acknowledge Hayes as president

Step-by-step explanation:In February, at a meeting held in Washington's Wormley Hotel, the Democrats agreed to accept a Hayes victory and to respect the civil and political rights of African Americans, on the condition that Republicans withdraw all federal troops from the South, thus consolidating Democratic control in the region.

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Answer:

They thought they would protect the rights of black people.

Step-by-step explanation:

Southern Democrats promise to protect the civil and political rights of Black people were not kept. They lied about promising civil and political rights.

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