What are the consequences of organizing the bureaucracy around the idea of patronage, in opposition to the idea of professionalization? In your answer, please define both concepts?
What will be an ideal response?
Students should explain the differences between the patronage system, based on the political advancement of whichever party wins an election, and the professionalization of the bureaucracy, based on technical expertise, performance, and recruitment and advancement based on merit. The best answers will elaborate on the principal-agent problem.
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