The president best known for his use of patronage without necessarily being known as the "patronage" president, was
A)Andrew Jackson.
B)Thomas Jefferson.
C)Abraham Lincoln.
D)James Polk.
E)Richard Nixon.

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Andrew Jackson is often called the "father of the spoils system," which was a system of appointing government officials based on political loyalty and affiliation. This system led to widespread use of patronage, which was when government positions were granted to those who supported the president politically, rather than based on merit or qualifications. While other presidents may have used patronage to some extent, Jackson is known for popularizing the practice and using it on a large scale.

The President Best Known for His Use of Patronage Without