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Under the spoils system in federal and state governments,
elected officials appointed supporters to key positions.
deserving people received government positions.
government officials remained in key positions.
democrats were appointed to key positions.

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elected officials appointed supporters to key positions.

Explanation: The spoils system rewarded political supporters and allies with government jobs after an election, rather than hiring based on merit.