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Define the Spoils System (Patronage).
Define the Spoils System (Patronage).
Political friends and supporters were rewarded with government positions.
What President is credited for first using the spoils system?
What President is credited for first using the spoils system?
Andrew Jackson
What event prompted the passage of the Pendleton Civil Service Act?
What event prompted the passage of the Pendleton Civil Service Act?
There were too many employees working for the government.
Define the Merit Based Hiring System.
Define the Merit Based Hiring System.
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What was the purpose of creating the Civil Service Commission?
What was the purpose of creating the Civil Service Commission?
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Explain how the Pendleton Civil Service Act attempted to reduce the amount of corruption in government.
Explain how the Pendleton Civil Service Act attempted to reduce the amount of corruption in government.
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The spoils system is the practice of giving government jobs to _____ and strong supporters.
The spoils system is the practice of giving government jobs to _____ and strong supporters.
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What did the Civil Service Reform create?
What did the Civil Service Reform create?
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Study Notes
Spoils System (Patronage)
- A system where political allies and supporters receive government jobs.
- Associated with Andrew Jackson, who is credited with its initial implementation.
Pendleton Civil Service Act
- Passed due to excessive government employees working under the spoils system.
- Aimed to reduce political corruption within government hiring practices.
Merit Based Hiring System
- Promotes and hires government employees based on their job performance abilities.
- Prioritizes qualifications over political connections for employment.
Civil Service Commission
- Created to oversee the enforcement of the Pendleton Civil Service Act.
- Ensures adherence to merit-based hiring practices in government positions.
Reduction of Corruption
- Implemented testing to assess candidates’ qualifications.
- Aims to ensure that only capable individuals are hired for government roles.
Comparison of Spoils System and Civil Service Reform
- Spoils System favored hiring based on personal relationships and political loyalty, disregarding qualifications.
- Civil Service Reform established a merit system, focusing on capability and expertise for hiring federal employees.
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Test your knowledge of the Pendleton Civil Service Act and its historical context with these flashcards. Learn key terms like the spoils system and significant events that led to reforms in government employment practices.
