FAQ About Rutherford Hayes
How did Rutherford B. Hayes contribute to civil service reform?
Rutherford B. Hayes was an advocate for civil service reform, aiming to eliminate the patronage system and ensure government positions were awarded based on merit. During his presidency, Hayes implemented merit-based hiring practices in certain federal agencies and worked to dismantle the patronage-based 'spoils system.' His commitment to reform laid the groundwork for the later Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act of 1883.
