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Wednesday, December 3, 2008 12:00 AM

Nepotistic succession in the political class

A large, and rapidly growing, percentage of high elected officials are part of politically powerful families. What accounts for this anti-democratic dynamic?

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  • Wednesday, December 3, 2008 04:55 PM

    Oh!, Retzilian

    "Thank you, GC. Now you know what to look for when we meet. We should all meet up here in the Rock and Roll Capital o' the World. I have plenty of room and a great view. Pedinska can come up from Columb-eye."-- Retzilian

    Will you take me to that Cedar Point place where, I understand, they have a rather mild collection of roller coasters? BebopO and I could ride the Wild Mouse while you and Pedinska did something tamer and more in line with your feminine sides. Perhaps a ride on the Frisky Dragon would be appropriate.

    Has your river stopped burning yet?

    Yo, BebopO - saddle up!

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