Asked by Danielle Adams on Jun 20, 2024

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During his presidency,George H.W.Bush

A) appointed numerous African Americans to visible and influential positions.
B) succeeded in winning almost a quarter of the black electorate back to the Republican Party.
C) continued his predecessor's policy of only appointing blacks to token positions within his administration.
D) appointed fewer blacks to positions of leadership than any president since Harry Truman.

Influential Positions

Roles or titles held within organizations or societies that have significant power to effect change or make decisions.

Black Electorate

The segment of the electorate composed of African American or Black voters, significant in shaping political outcomes and policy decisions.

Token Positions

Jobs or roles assigned to minorities mainly for the sake of appearances, without intending to provide real authority or power.

  • Assess the significance of African American political participation and representation.
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Sphamandla SandileJun 25, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
George H.W. Bush appointed numerous African Americans to visible and influential positions during his presidency, reflecting a commitment to diversity in his administration.