Although it seemed to contradict his other positions on issues relating to racial discrimination, President Nixon was a supporter of
A) forced busing to desegregate schools.
B) affirmative action in the construction trades.
C) the federal Office of Economic Opportunity.
D) Great Society social programs.

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President Nixon, despite his other positions that seemed contrary to supporting measures against racial discrimination, was a supporter of affirmative action, particularly in the construction trades. This was part of his broader approach to civil rights, which included efforts to increase employment opportunities for minorities.

Although It Seemed to Contradict His Other Positions on Issues