The 'Know-Nothing' Party (American Party) was founded primarily on which political platform?
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Correct answer: Restricting the political influence of immigrants and Roman Catholics
Nativists feared that the influx of immigrants, particularly Catholics, would subvert American republicanism and take jobs from 'native-born' citizens. The Know-Nothings sought to extend the residency requirement for naturalization and ban immigrants from holding public office.
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