Which of the following statements best describes Riker's view of federalism in the United States?

a. It allowed white Americans to repress African Americans in southern states
b. It allowed minority parties to flourish within state governments
c. It prevented the poor masses from redistributing the income of the wealthy minority
d. It ensured that federal government protected the rights of ethnic minorities in the south

Answer: a. It allowed white Americans to repress African Americans in southern states

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