The reconstruction era also allowed African Americans to gain education in the South, however, i dont think there were a lot of African Americans being able to achieve and keep equal rights. The Freed slaves also still was given prejudice, and it will be a wonder if they even go jobs in the South. The southern economy also grew slowly, as most of their lands were destroyed, and they had to rebuild.
No, as the current government system has kept everything in order and we have had it for quite a long time, therefore giving us major experience with this form of democracy.