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And while we, journalists, from different parts of the world are often subjected to strict rules against lies and defamation, politicians are entitled to speak whatever they want to with total impunity. Their only limitation in developed democracies is not to propagate hatred, violence, and not to violate good manners. But even if they do, the most punishment they get is a fine or a civil suit. In extreme cases it could get to a resignation. There are no sanctions for lying, however. So from different stands you can hear all sorts of things, whose goal isn’t supporting a specific cause or ideology, but winning the trusty heart of the voter, who is being convinced that his saviour has finally arrived.
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