Which of the following achievements of the "carpetbag" governments survived the "Redeemer" administrations?
a. Participation by both Whites and African Americans in local government
b. Establishment of a public school system
c. Election of African American majorities state legislatures
d. Establishment of a vigorous Republican Party in the South
e. Opening of public facilities to African Americans
Answer: a. Participation by both Whites and African Americans in local government
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