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Power Grab

A power grab is an attempt by an individual or group to acquire or consolidate power in an unlawful or unethical manner.

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Quiet Diplomacy

“Quiet diplomacy” refers to one state’s efforts to influence the behavior of another state through discreet negotiations or actions.

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Sine Die

The term “sine die” is a Latin phrase that literally means “without a day” or “without setting a day.”

In politics, it is used to …


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Happy Warrior

A “happy warrior” is a politician or political activist who remains optimistic and cheerful even in the face of adversity or contentious political battles.

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Iron Curtain

During the Cold War, the division between western Europe and the Soviet bloc countries was called the “iron curtain.”

The iron curtain was never a …


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