However, this was not followed by an increase in their political influence.

But over the last 30 years, these groups have declined in numbers and influence.

But in its influence on the arts it has been second to none.

Once under way, it grew quickly in strength and influence.

The black middle class has exploded in size and influence.

Power relationships changed as state government grew in scope and influence.

As a result, the former declined in circulation and influence.

This led to a marked decline in the power and influence of the Church.

First, it marked a big advance in influence by the religious right.

Another is the paradigm shift in economic and political influence away from the west.