the top of the heap

Republican-governed states are at the top of the heap when it comes to practical and productive economic management.

Conversely, being upbeat and an eternal optimist throughout life surely is a major reason why Schwarzenegger, 76, rose to the top of the heap, accumulating stardom, wealth and power.

His bruising style set the tone for the Kings, and his strong leadership was invaluable as they rose to the top of the heap.

Philanthropy experts say that by making the Gates Foundation one of the wealthiest grantmakers in the world, Buffett’s pledge triggered a shifting of power within the foundation world: The Gates Foundation rose to the top of the heap, and some legacy grantmakers saw their power dim.

“Emma’s deceptively strong voice, and the band’s ability to take the music to places completely unexpected, catapulted ‘Wonder Eye’ to the top of the heap of wonderful entries,” Carter said in a statement.