Assume there is a necessary government job that needs to be done. The sewer system of New York is clogged. Under normal circumstances, you would hire the person best fit for
the job that will do it for the cheapest price. But you are a political boss running a political
machine.
Which of the following candidates would you pick for the job and why?
Choices:
An experienced plumber who is a total stranger to you. He is of Irish origin. He
doesn't have a job and needs one desperately. He will charge $400,000 for job.
An unexperienced plumber who is your intimate friend. He is of German origin. He
will charge $200,000 for the job.
An American who is not a plumber at all. He also needs a job desperately. He will
charge $300,000 for the job.