This is the county, not the city.
There were plenty of whites involved in the corruption, so I caution you with that broad brush.
Common denominator, IIRC was (D)
I live here and WANT OUT OF THIS COUNTY!
We moved just in time. My well and septic system requires no politicians.
My family left Mud Creek/Dry Creek in 1840-50s went to Walker and Lawrence.
Wish you luck!