KnowraSpeaker of the United States House of RepresentativesLinked fromLinked fromThe 6 pages that link to Speaker of the United States House of Representatives, each with the reason it gives.All 6Broader topic 1Narrower topic 4Compared with 1James G. BlaineNarrower topic: Blaine used the speakership to shape House proceedings and Republican strategy.Nancy PelosiNarrower topic: Pelosi’s influence came from combining the office’s formal powers with party leadership.Sam RayburnNarrower topic: Rayburn’s office gave him authority over House procedure, recognition, and the legislative agenda.John Nance GarnerNarrower topic: Garner used the speakership to manage House business during Roosevelt’s early presidency.