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Instead of having people surrounding the president that don't agree with him, and potentially could sway the House of Reps or the Senate, he pays people to agree with him really, and back him 100% despite the fact that they may not agree with him. Which in turn persuades the public to back him because "smarter" and 'More Powerful' people support him.

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It encouraged wealthy businessmen to donate money to the party. It blocked legislation introduced by the opposing political party. It filled important government positions with party supporters.

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