Barring a total collapse of support, Representative Paul Ryan of Wisconsin will be elected the next Speaker of the House. This, of course, is coming after the resignation of Representative John Boehner; who was forced out by a divided Republican Party in early fall. Although at this time, Ryan professed that he would not seek the speakership, as it seemed to be set that Representative Kevin McCarthy would assume the role. Then the ultra-conservative wing of the Republican Party struck again, blocking McCarthy’s path and forcing him to remove his name from consideration. Ryan, still seeming hesitant, made a statement that if he could get support of the party would accept the role. What happened next is a phenomenon in the recent history American Politics, the party came together in support of who is likely to be their new leader. The fact that this was able to happen so quickly is a testament to Ryan’s understanding of power and influence and knowledge of situational leadership. …show more content…
Instead, he empowered the Republican Party, giving the other members a chance to decide if they wanted someone else to be Speaker. This gave several others a chance to put their names in for a bid. However, when Kevin McCarthy, the man who seemed most likely to be voted in, was ousted by the Freedom Caucus, Ryan saw his opportunity. Already having the position power necessary for the job, it was now time for Ryan to show his knowledge of situational leadership and