How does the Senate Majority Leader run the institution? In this episode of pplpod, we explore the daily mechanics of Senate leadership, examining how one person orchestrates the behavior of 100 senators. From setting the agenda to managing disputes, the Majority Leader shapes what the Senate accomplishes. This episode reveals the specific tools and tactics that make Senate leadership possible. Understand how formal authority combines with negotiation and persuasion to create legislative outcomes.

Key Topics Covered:

• Agenda-setting power: Understanding how the Majority Leader determines what the Senate votes on.
• Party discipline and negotiation: Examining how leaders manage diverse members with different interests.
• Control of the legislati ...