The most influential and powerful members of a political party are most likely found

The most influential and powerful party members are generally found in the national party organization, where leaders help shape the party’s platform and coordinate its strategy across the country. Volunteers and precinct organizations do important local work, but they have less influence over the party as a whole. The state party level also matters, but the best answer is “inside the national party.”

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