Political Frame in Strategic Planning Forum

This is not an essay, it is a 250 word minimum forum post.  Need by 0700 EST on 3 January. 

It is said that effective executives should employ a political frame in their work.  Explain how the political frame would be a part of the strategic planning process, which steps are appropriately political, and why this frame is important to the ultimate success of a strategic plan.  

Incorporate the course materials and cite your sources. Reply to at least two of your classmate's posts.