1 ene 1883 año - Pendleton Act
Descripción:
Created the Civil Service Commission to ensure that hiring of federal employees was based on examinations and merit rather than political patronage.
Historical Significance:
Significantly reduced federal patronage from powerful office-seekers thus forcing politicians to look increasingly to corporations for campaign funds.
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1 ene 1883 año
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