Many members of Congress opposed President Johnson's plan for Reconstruction because

they believed the South had not suffered enough consequences for the war.

they did not want newly freed African Americans to be granted voting rights.

they thought former Confederate officials should return to leadership roles.

they thought it should be more lenient on Southerners, like Lincoln's plan.

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Alfred Bird

9 August, 13:24

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Corbin Howell · Answer 1

they believed the south has not suffered enough

Heather Rush · Answer 2

A) they believed the South had not suffered enough consequences for the war.