The notable Georgian described above is C. Maynard Jackson. He was the first African American mayor of Atlanta, a major southern city, and implemented significant reforms during his time in office.
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The first African American mayor of a major southern city, he increased city contracts with minority businesses by 35 percent during his time in office. He also reformed the police department and added a new terminal to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Some of the community resented his emphasis on public involvement in neighborhood planning.
Which notable Georgian is described above?
A.
Hamilton Holmes
B.
Andrew Young
C.
Maynard Jackson
D.
Benjamin Mays
Read the text and answer the question.
The first African American mayor of a major southern city, he increased city contracts with minority businesses by 35 percent during his time in office. He also reformed the police department and added a new terminal to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Some of the community resented his emphasis on public involvement in neighborhood planning.
Which notable Georgian is described above?
A.
Hamilton Holmes
B.
Andrew Young
C.
Maynard Jackson
D.
Benjamin Mays
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