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“Half-Breeds” desired civil service reform, while “Stalwarts” desired to continue the spoils system.

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The Half-Breeds (led by James G. Blaine) favored civil-service reform and merit-based appointments; the Stalwarts (led by Roscoe Conkling) supported the traditional spoils/patronage system.