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What was Riina's strategy to neutralize any internal threat to his position?
Bribery
Threats
Scorched-earth policy
Blackmail
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To neutralize any internal threat to his position, Riina employed a scorched-earth policy. This policy involved killing or imprisoning any potential rivals or enemies, as well as their families and associates. This policy was highly effective in consolidating Riina's power and ensuring his continued control of the Sicilian Mafia.
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