Answer: The giving of government jobs to political friends is a form of cronyism, and is often referred to as a spoils system or patronage
Answer:
The answer is **Nepotism**
Explanation:
Nepotism - FAMILY MEMBERS are shown favoritism and given jobs on the basis of family relationship.
Not to be confused with:
Cronyism - FRIENDS appointed to jobs by elected officials
Spoils System - SUPPORTERS of a successful political party are given public office