... were quickly consumed. Ordinary people roamed the halls of the building looking to find government jobs. This is when Jacksons" "spoils system", comes into play. "Spoils system" refers to the conferral of office on people based upon political concerns rather then for office. This system was based upon the idea that "every man is as good as his neighbor", it allowed ordinary people to become ... ...

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