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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.
Maynard Jackson

B.
Hamilton Holmes

C.
Benjamin Mays

D.
Andrew Young

A. Maynard Jackson