Nativist Riots Unleashed
The violent backlash against new immigrants in 1844 led to devastating riots in Philadelphia, resulting in numerous deaths and destruction. Amidst rising anti-Catholic sentiment, conspiracy theories flourished, suggesting that Catholic voters were part of a plot to undermine American liberty. Despite the political rise of the Native American Party, their influence quickly waned, revealing the deep-seated fears and prejudices of the time.In this clip
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