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Political Machines

Question 8 • FL-2100310-United States History A

How did the council-manger system address these issues? Check all of the boxes that apply.

Answer
A
The influence of political machines increased.
B
The influence of the spoils system declined.
C
Hired city managers ran the government instead of elected officials who could be easily influenced.
D
Experienced professionals could be hired or fired by elected leaders.

Explanation

The council-manager system placed day-to-day city administration in the hands of a professionally trained manager hired by the elected council. This reduced opportunities for political machines and the spoils system to control city jobs and services. Because the council could hire or dismiss the manager, experienced professionals remained accountable to elected leaders.

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