One of the barriers to the development of a merit-based employment system in Texas was __________.
A. constitutional provisions allowing the governor to appoint most top officials in the executive branch
B. the implementation of whistle-blower protection laws
C. the influence of the individualistic political subculture
D. the creation of the Civil Service Commission by the federal government
Answer: C
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