What was one lasting impact of the Reconstruction era on Texas constitutional law and politics?

A. It established a system of full political and civil rights for African Americans in Texas.
B. It transformed Texas's constitutional tradition into one of hostility and suspicion toward government.
C. It made the Republican party the dominant political party for the next 100 years.
D. It established the Texas constitutional tradition of perceiving government as an ally of the people.


Answer: B

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