They help establish the general mood of the party on issues and set parameters within which the front bench can — or would be wise to — operate. (esrcpartymembersproject.org)
Sometimes, the finger food catering is also included within the cocktail Parties for creating a distinctive mood of the parties. (neelisuniquecreations.com)
A member of the European Parliament told me that Ms. Freeland had singlehandedly changed the mood of his party and the outcome of their deliberations. (thebusinesscouncil.ca)