In 1996, the Republicans __________.

A. won all statewide offices in the general election and gained a majority in the state Senate
B. captured a majority in the state House for the first time since Reconstruction
C. supported Bill Clinton in the presidential election
D. gained control over city commissions and mayors' offices in all Texas cities with at least 100,000 residents


Answer: A

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