This chapter introduces a Networks and Organization Framework of Political Power.

It will engage with the nets and orgs literature which has frequently called, but rarely delivered, methodological developments and empirical studies.

Four types of position-position ties correspond to common phenomena:

1. concurrent position-position ties mediated by ties to self: joint appointments, interlocking directorates
2. sequential position-position ties mediated by ties to self: career advancement, promotions, demotions,
3. concurrent position-position ties mediated by social ties: collusion, coordination,
4. sequential position-position ties mediated by social ties: patronage, dynastic politics