The term 'political power structure' refers to the hierarchical organization of a political system, which is typically composed of various levels of government and other institutions. The term 'apparat' is a Russian word that refers to the bureaucratic apparatus of a government or political system. It is used to describe the administrative machinery of a state, including its civil service, military, and police forces. Apparat is also used to refer to the network of people and organizations that make up the political power structure.