Following a successful election, the opportunity to clean house of one's opponents and install supporters in their place is referred to as the ______ system.

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The spoils system, also known as the patronage system, is a practice where a political party that wins an election rewards its supporters with government jobs and other favors, while purging opponents from government positions. This system was widely used in the 19th century, before civil service reform, and it often led to corruption and incompetence in government positions.

Following a Successful Election, the Opportunity to Clean House of One's