The Power Broker #4: Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
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Power Ensures Continued Influence
Having power can ensure one's continued influence and ability to carry out projects successfully. By leveraging his significant impact on the state's construction budget and threatening to resign when his projects are at risk, Moses establishes himself as indispensable and secures his position. This tactic proves effective even when facing opposition, as seen when Roosevelt initially wanted to cut the budget but backed down when Moses threatened to resign. Moses' power enables him to navigate challenging situations and maintain his authority over the course of 50 years.
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