Answer:

heelers

Answer	Crossword Clue
HEELERS	Political aides
HEELERS	Minor pols
HEELERS	Political hangers-on.

HEELERS	Toadies
HEELERS	Many party hacks
HEELERS	Trained dogs, at times
HEELERS	Obedient dogs
HEELERS	Ward followers
HEELERS	Ward ... (some pols)

Crossword

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