What does the data regarding political contributions to Obama by ambassadors suggest?
A) Major donors generally receive ambassadorships in countries with the highest standards of living.
B) The best ambassadorial positions are reserved for career foreign service officers.
C) There is no clear relationship between political donations and ambassadorial appointments.
D) Presidents privilege knowledge, skills, and training over political loyalty when making foreign service appointments.
A
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