My family had dealings all over Earth and beyond. Their businesses had a presence in every nation on Earth. Every major colony felt the effects of my family’s plans and programs. We made money throughout known space by selling everything from candy bars to starships. We spent our money on politicians who could give us favorable trade deals or other advantages over other families and businesses. We crossed national borders wherever and whenever it was advantageous to our interests. And yes, our dealings stretched far into the Russian and Chinese worlds. Never make the mistake of assuming my family was strictly an American organization.