The answer is the temporary alliance of political parties.. They take actions
Agriculture, timber, and commercial fishing became three of the state's most important industries. ... Agriculture and amber became very important to the state, while commercial fishing became less important.
I would say uneven considering David didn't always end poetically.
Making political allies allows lobbyists to place pressure on lawmakers.
Lobbyists are people with connections and influence on political or social issues, they are usually involved in a decision making process in the United States Congress. Lobbyists are supported by political allies and by common people, this allows them to put pressure on the Legislative body to pass a certain law.