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William McKinley: The important branch of our Government known as the Civil Service, the practical improvement of which has long been a…

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The important branch of our Government known as the Civil Service, the practical improvement of which has long been a subject of earnest discussion, has of late years received increased legislative and Executive approval.
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William McKinley
Republican · Ohio

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McKinley discusses the importance of civil service reform and its growing support in government.

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