Dept of Public works

The transcript discusses the issue of civil employees holding jobs due to political dispensation, labeling irresponsible officeholders as public enemies. It highlights how these officeholders receive high-salaried positions in exchange for party loyalty, granting them control over small city jobs.

What is the main reason for the employment of half a million civil employees?

• Political dispensation

• Random selection

• Public voting

• Merit-based selection

Who is labeled as Public Enemy number one in the context of political jobs?

• The diligent worker

• The officeholder who is irresponsible

• The city mayor

• The party leader

What does an irresponsible officeholder receive in return for party loyalty?

• A government contract

• A public award

• A high salaried sinecure

• A promotion

What privilege does the officeholder have in his district?

• Building infrastructure

• Setting tax rates

• Hosting public events

• Controlling small city jobs

What is the main issue with the officeholder's control over small city jobs?

• It reduces unemployment

• It improves public services

• It encourages nepotism

• It leads to economic growth