These officials had enough control over the local government to have him arrested.

This structure gave the party firm control over the government and the economy.

They will also be unable to vote, leaving them with little voice over government.

They discharged all our officials four days ago and taken over the government.

They held strong influence over government, and especially the laws of commerce.

Between 1865 and 1877, southerners had little control over their government.

Substantial administrative power over the government was in other hands.

After the 1991 elections, the party lost its dominance over the government.

This matter has hung like a dark cloud over me and my government.

Participants seemed to trust business over government to regulate the Internet.