For much of America’s early history, government jobs were awarded through loyalty, not merit — a system that fueled corruption until reform changed the federal workforce.
If the United States had a mission statement it would be Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.
That was the goal that this country’s founders set forth in 1776, where hard work and merit paved the path to success, instead of being born in a cer… [3931 chars]
Source: WTOP | Published: 2026-03-20T19:41:23Z
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