A case between two states. Hope that helps.
I would say that the best answer would be the second option:
"To establish the goals and purposes of government."
Party bosses used a system of coercion and bribes to maintain the power of their political machines. Using violence as a method to ward off opponents or intimidate enemies or potential voters these individuals utilized this method to serve their goals. Additionally party bosses used bribes and other financial incentives to maintain the power of their political machines.
It was a railroad that ran from east coast to west coast.
