What were the 3 different viewpoints regarding the reconstruction process represented within our government?

During the Reconstruction era, three main viewpoints emerged regarding the process of rebuilding the South and integrating formerly enslaved people. The Radical Republicans advocated for strict measures, including civil rights protections and military oversight, to ensure racial equality and prevent former Confederates from regaining power. Moderate Republicans sought a more lenient approach, aiming for faster reconciliation with the South while still supporting some reforms for African Americans. In contrast, Democrats, particularly in the South, opposed Reconstruction efforts, favoring the preservation of white supremacy and the status quo, often leading to violent resistance against changes imposed by the federal government.