In a society with rules and such, if you're in a battle for social dominance, the rules are your best weapon. You just need to find a way to create a narrative

In a society with rules and such, if you're in a battle for social dominance, the rules are your best weapon. You just need to find a way to create a narrative painting your opponent as a rule-breaker. Evidence needs to be interpreted appropriately, etc. "If you're in a battle for social dominance" is key, of course. Consider the present popularity of "victimhood".