Which best describes how Reconstruction affected Southern blacks?

Reconstruction initially provided Southern blacks with significant advancements, including political participation, education, and the establishment of civil rights. However, as Reconstruction progressed and ultimately ended, many of these gains were eroded by systemic racism, the rise of Jim Crow laws, and violent backlash from white supremacist groups. This regression led to widespread disenfranchisement and economic exploitation, severely limiting the opportunities and rights of Southern blacks in the following decades. Overall, while Reconstruction offered a glimpse of progress, its eventual failure left a lasting impact on African Americans in the South.