Henry Grady: Architect Of The “New South” Ideology
Henry Grady, editor of the Atlanta Constitution, emerged as a leading proponent of the “New South” ideology after the Reconstruction era. He advocated for economic development, industrialization, white supremacy, and Southern identity, arguing that the South could regain its prosperity and influence by embracing modernization and cooperating with the North. Grady’s vision shaped the region’s post-Reconstruction trajectory, reinforcing racial segregation and fostering a sense of regional unity based on shared economic and social goals.
