Which of the following was a cause of political corruption in the Progressive Era?
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Deals between politicians and supporters cheated cities out of millions of dollars.
Deals between politicians and supporters cheated cities out of millions of dollars.
Businessmen gave large business payoffs to government officials in return for favors.
Businessmen gave large business payoffs to government officials in return for favors.
Politicians became dependent on businesses and the wealthy to fund their campaigns.
Politicians became dependent on businesses and the wealthy to fund their campaigns.
The spoils system offered government jobs and contracts in exchange for political support.