Questions tagged [political-leaders]
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Why do news articles often refer to the leader as opposed to the country?
Some examples:
Philippines' Duterte would send navy ships in South China Sea to assert claim over resources
Putin's Answer to U.S. Sanctions Is More Economic Isolation
Boris Johnson poised to raise bar on UK's climate goals
Why do news articles…
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What do world leaders normally do once they quit the top job?
If you have reached the pinnacle of your political career - leader of your country - what do you normally do afterwards...
I can imagine this could vary from political king-maker to diplomat to inspirational speaker to charity figurehead and so…
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Is telling lies a part and parcel of politics?
I see that politicians lie a lot. And, very often they lie consciously.
This is not only true in my country, but also true all around the world.
Is telling lies a part and parcel of politics? Is it impossible to be in politics without resorting to…
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How do "first spouses" work in European parliamentary systems?
Up to now, the wives of American Presidents have been known as First Ladies, although if Mrs. Clinton wins in November, a certain former President will be the "First Gentleman."
But European parliamentary systems often have two leaders, the head of…
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