Patronage power is A) the power to hand out jobs and benefits ...

[gbarreiro]

Patronage power is
 
  A) the power to hand out jobs and benefits upon election and while in office.
   B) the power to develop a strong business base.
   C) the power to maintain the needs of all the people at the same time.
   D) the power of the people to elect officials.
   E) the power of the people to use their voice to enact change.

Question 2

Which of the following is the main reason for the shrinking tax bases of cities?
 
  A. an influx of immigrants
  B. white flight
  C. the presence of a large number of senior citizens
  D. a large number of truly needy people
  E. businesses moving out of the city

[Sierray]

Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

E

[gbarreiro]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[lcapri7]

Excellent