Although the Secretary of State is third in ranking, he holds real power, unlike the Deputy Governor, who is constantly restricted by the Governor.
If we could also secure the cooperation of the Secretary of State, it could be said that Governor Stevenson would be largely undercut.
Twenty minutes later, David put down the document in his hands, his expression slightly grave.
The Secretary of State for Nevada was Oldington Joe, who was not only from the same party as Stevenson but also had been directly promoted by him.
According to his file, over the years Stevenson pointed east and he went east, pointed west and he went west, never once disobeying or questioning Stevenson's decrees.
To put it more colloquially, he was nothing but a loyal lackey.
Since there was no rift between them, winning him over would definitely not be as simple as it was with Laurie Frederick.
David pondered carefully, his gaze gradually sharpening.
