Which of the Following Would Not Constitute an Example of Patronage

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would not constitute an example of patronage?

• A) a senator from Virginia adding a project for a $3.5 million horse trail in Virginia to a highway bill
• B) a senator from New York voting in favor of a law to eliminate earmarks
• C) a member of the House helping a senior citizen who lives in their district overcome problems with their Social Security benefit eligibility
• D) a member of the House securing an appointment to one of the military academies for the child of a constituent
• E) a member of the House sponsoring a bill to obtain legal status for an undocumented couple whose son had died as a marine in Iraq

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Definitions:

Public Sector

The part of the economy that is owned and operated by the government, offering services to the public rather than seeking profit.

Evolution

The process through which organisms change over time as a result of changes in heritable physical or behavioral traits.

Organizational Context

describes the environmental, cultural, and structural factors that impact how an organization operates.

Disrespect

Showing a lack of courtesy, consideration, or regard for someone or something.