Which statement about Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen, Jr. is true?

a
His efforts to peacefully integrate Atlanta served as a model for the rest of Georgia.
b
He oversaw the construction of a large metropolitan rail system in Atlanta.
c
He was disliked for his strong opposition to desegregation.
d
His policies on race relations were rarely controversial.

a. His efforts to peacefully integrate Atlanta served as a model for the rest of Georgia.