Why did Thomas Nast not support Radical Reconstruction?

Thomas Nast, a prominent political cartoonist, opposed Radical Reconstruction due to his belief that it was excessively punitive towards the South and that it undermined the principles of democracy. He criticized the harsh measures imposed on Southern states and the perceived imposition of Northern political will. Additionally, Nast was concerned about the potential for corruption and mismanagement in the Reconstruction governments, leading him to advocate for a more moderate approach to rebuilding the South.