The spoils system did not work well because it did not suit the needs of political parties

Which statement is true about Texas bureaucracy?

a. Texas has the second-largest number of state employees. b. About 150,000 employees, including education employees, work for the state's bureaucracy. c. In Texas, most of the bureaucracy is centralized. d. In Texas, the governor exercises direct control over the state boards.

The most influential school of liberal democratic thought in contemporary America is the __________________ school, which maintains that the balance between individual freedom and the common good is best achieved by the mix of representative government, skillful leaders, and political parties.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).