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ensuring that the government officals would agree with his policies

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allowing him to appoint loyal supporters to government positions, replacing previous officeholders who may have been aligned with his political enemies. This created a system of patronage where loyalty to the president was rewarded with government jobs. While it increased the president's power, it also led to corruption and a decline in the merit-based selection of government officials.

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What is Andrew Jacksons spoils system?

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