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Ahn Posted 19 years ago
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the art of rigging

Mr Hu called for more democracy inside the party itself, including a system whereby local party committees would vote on important issues and personnel appointments. Voting, however, is time-honoured party practice. It has mastered the art of rigging.

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When you "rig the vote" you obtain the result you want. The author seems to be saying that there's not much that will be gained from having voting, because the people in charge will ensure the results they want.

— BarbaraPA

  • When you "rig the vote" you obtain the result you want.
  • The author seems to be saying that there's not much that will be gained from having voting, because the people in charge will ensure the results they want.
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When you "rig the vote" you obtain the result you want. The author seems to be saying that there's not much that will be gained from having voting, because the people in charge will ensure the results they want.
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Oh, that makes sense. Thank you, Grammar Geek. Emotion: smile
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