A president awarded a significant number of government jobs to political supporters. That president used what?

A) Nepotism
B) Political capital
C) The spoils system
D) The merit system
E) The Pendleton system

Spoils System

A system where a political party rewards its supporters with government positions after achieving electoral success as a thank you for their efforts in securing the win.

Political Capital

The influence, goodwill, or leverage that a politician or organization has, which can be used to achieve political objectives or push through legislative reforms.

Nepotism

The practice among those with power or influence of favoring relatives or friends, especially by giving them jobs.