The Ottoman Empire was a desirable territory for European nations during the nineteenth century because, during those times, it was weakening. The European nations saw this as an opportunity to expand.
1) There would be a gradual withdrawal of American troops from South Vietnam.
2) The South Vietnamese would take greater responsibility for the fighting.
Political machines started as grass roots organizations to gain the patronage needed to win the modern election. Having strong patronage, these "clubs" were the main driving force in gaining and getting out the "straight party vote" in the election districts.
