Which statement about Alonzo Herndon is true? A. He was the original publisher of The Crisis magazine. B. He was the original owner of a local African American newspaper. C. He used his influence as a businessman in Atlanta to advocate for African Americans. D. He used his influence as a businessman in Atlanta to gain both local and national political offices.

what is the correct option?

C. He used his influence as a businessman in Atlanta to advocate for African Americans.