Andrew Johnson's plan and actions during Reconstruction were widely criticized by the Radical Republicans, and later most of Congress. Johnson clashed with Congress over most of its proposals to reconstruct the South, emboldening Southerners determined to restore their dominance over blacks and maintain a low-cost work force by any means necessary.
Riots in Memphis and New Orleans, spurred by prejudice, vengeance, and a desire to prevent blacks from exercising their freedoms and rights, epitomized what many saw as a situation spiraling out of control in the South. Thomas Nast, a famed political cartoonist and staunch Radical Republican, published this caricature outlining Johnson's stance on Reconstruction in an effort to draw attention to the stark similarities—for blacks—between slavery and Reconstruction.
Examine the cartoon and read the annotation. Then respond with a brief essay giving your personal reaction to Johnson's approach to Reconstruction. Present at least three specific points in your analysis