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Originally Posted by HECKLER SPRAY
what is the "political machine" ?
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"A
political machine is an unofficial system of a political organization based on
patronage, the
spoils system, "behind-the-scenes" control, and longstanding political ties within the structure of a
representative democracy."
[this wiki defintion is taken straight from Encyclopedia Britannica]
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Originally Posted by Cantankerous
every presidential election is nothing but a popularity contest.
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temesagn! [give thanks!]
"many kings and righteous men have desired to hear that which you have heard, and to see that which you have seen, and have not! but blessed are your eyes and your ears...."