Question regarding Rude's political career
At the end of the first mini-series, it seemed that Rude's political career had been irreparably damaged after accidentally, injuring that girl at the student union. Yet by the beginning of this series, his political career not only survived, but he has now been elevated to the US Senate! How did he manage that? Was it explained in the novels? If someone could explain I'd appreciate it. Thanks.
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