A.
he fought to keep the white primary system, but he ordered the state university system to integrate.
B.
he was a segregationist who appointed many African Americans to government positions.
C.
he promised that he would lower taxes if he was elected, but he approved several tax increases.
D.
he campaigned to cut government spending and then increased spending for education.
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The correct answer is:
B. he was a segregationist who appointed many African Americans to government positions.
Lester Maddox was known for his segregationist views, yet during his time as governor, he appointed several African Americans to positions in state government, which surprised many people.
