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What were some of Tom DeLay legislative and electoral methods?
Tom DeLay had the ability to sway the votes of his party, a method called growing the vote“. He involved lobbyists in the process of passing House bills.
Did Tom DeLay usually keep his promises?
Yes, in a 2002 speech, Tom DeLay promised to use every tool at my disposal to ensure that the Republican Conference, and the House of Representatives, continues to preserve and strengthen America's alliance with the State of Israel.“
Did Tom DeLay have any other methods or tactics besides growing the vote or involving lobbyists in bills?
Tom DeLay had the ability to raise money which gave him additional influence.

Question: Was this effective?
Self-contained rewrite: Was raising money effective for Tom DeLay?