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Political Reform

Political Reform. Reformers sought to change hiring in civil service (government) jobs. The Pendleton Civil Service Act of 1883 was passed to create` a merit system for government employees. Employment would be based on performance on a civil service test.

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Political Reform

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  1. Political Reform • Reformers sought to change hiring in civil service (government) jobs. • The Pendleton Civil Service Act of 1883 was passed to create` a merit system for government employees. • Employment would be based on performance on a civil service test. • Government workers would be based on ability, not political connections.

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