Klux Klan we know today. The new breed of Klan differed from the old version in many ways. The old Klan wanted to set things back to the old ways. They wanted their freedom back and wanted nothing more. Being prejudice was only an effect. In the eyes of the modern KKK, prejudice was the cause. The new Klan was far more violent. People were tarred and feathered, lynched, and beaten for little reason more than being a certain race, nationality or religion. In the 1920's, the KKK prospered. Unlike previous revivals, the members were in more than just the South. The Klan was spread all across the country. Many towns were also secretly run by the Klan. They elected many officials. Town justices couldn't seem to convict accused members for anything. Their power was stronger than the law and wrath of the hooded was for more frightening than jail. However, in the late 1920's, many politicians who once remained quiet spoke out and fought against the Klan. This was their downfall. The Klan hasn't been as powerful since that time. For the past 50 years, it has had many rebirths and falls. During the times of the World Wars, they used their patriotism appeal to gain peoples trust. The Klan was also much different in its organization than previous rebirths. The new KKK are separated into many small organizations. There are many internal struggles, most divisions claim to be original descendants and follow the old ways. This is never true. In the past few years with the birth of at home Internet service, the Klan has found a way to push its propaganda into homes across the country. All of these sites seem to have the same things in common. They contain information that undermines other races and religions. A majority of these sites also appeal to adolescents, teenagers and younger children by boasting such slogans as "Cool Hate Music." Cartoons are also found on many pages. These cartoons demonstrate the "enemy" races in displeasing situations that...
