Consider a scenario in which a head of state is struggling to maintain her national political power in the face of increasingly deterritorialized economic power. According to the argument of sociologist William Robinson, her challenge in exerting leadership is largely driven by:
A) deindustrialization.
B) cultural diffusion.
C) postindustrial production.
D) globalization.

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William Robinson's argument focuses on the impacts of globalization on political power. As economic power becomes increasingly deterritorialized, it becomes more difficult for national leaders to maintain their power and influence. Therefore, the choice most related to this scenario is globalization.

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