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Compare and Contrast Partisan Gridlock in the U

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Compare and contrast partisan gridlock in the U.S. Congress during the period 2010-2012 with that of other periods in history. Is this a time of heightened tension between the two parties, or is this reflective of similar trends that we have witnessed throughout the history of Congress?


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Pyramid-shaped Organization

An organizational structure that is characterized by a broad base of lower-level employees and a narrowing chain of command up to the top leadership.

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Involves the use of power, influence, and strategic maneuvers within an organization to achieve personal or group goals, often at the expense of others or the organization itself.

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Roles or titles within an organization or society that come with a significant amount of influence or authority.

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The use of power and social networking within an organization to achieve changes that benefit the individual or group.

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