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High-risk politics; "Politics is the conduct of public affairs for private advantage." a[euro]" Ambrose Bierce.(Opinion & Editorial)

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From: Manila Bulletin
Date: 20051108
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HIGH-stakes political upmanship during these uncertain times is not for everyone.

Politicians who play these high-risk political games do so at their own peril, with their negative fallout on the economy and political stability.

In our opinion, there have been only three Filipino leaders in living memory who could play this political upmanship and get away with it.

The two political titans passed away a long time ago and the third is retired.

Three major issues of the day and a few aberrational sidelights will illustrate the factors that continue to contribute ...

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