Gutter Politics
The term “gutter politics” refers to the use of personal attacks, character assassination, and scandal-mongering as a tactic to discredit or malign opponents rather than focusing on policy issues or…
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Thursday, November 5, 2026
Tell It Like It Is
The phrase “tell it like it is” is commonly used to describe politicians or pundits that are perceived as being forthright, candid, and unfiltered in their communication.
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The “power behind the throne” is said to be someone who does not hold an official leadership position but who effectively wields control.
Merchants of Death
“Merchants of death” is a reference to the bankers and arms manufacturers that supplied and funded World War I.
Strange Bedfellows
The term “strange bedfellows” describes politicians with seemingly opposing ideologies or interests who form an alliance for a specific political objective.
Cookie-Cutter Campaigns
A “cookie-cutter campaigns” are political campaigns run by political consultants who use virtually identical strategies in different jurisdictions.
Pocket Veto
A pocket veto is a legislative tactic that allows the president to indirectly veto a bill.