to protest or show one's opposition to something by one's actions, such as leaving an organization, not buying something, etc.
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to drive a wedge
phrase
to ruin the relationship of people or groups of people by causing them to disagree or hate each other
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to bridge the gap / gulf / divide
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to remove or reduce the differences that keep people or things separated
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spin doctor
noun
a person or group of people who are often employed by politicians, public figures, or the government in order to shape the public opinion in their favor
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to divide and conquer / rule
phrase
to not allow people become united and pose a threat to one by keeping them busy through causing disagreement and argument between them
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to drain the swamp
phrase
to eliminate a problem that threatens a political or business system such as corruption, terrorism, etc.
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new wine in an old bottle
phrase
used to refer to any situation where new ideas or technologies are introduced into an existing system that is not equipped to handle them, which can lead to conflict, frustration, and even failure
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old wine in a new bottle
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something well-established, traditional, or unchanged presented as if it is new, innovative, or significantly different, often to make it more appealing or marketable
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to pass the buck
phrase
to refuse to hold oneself responsible for something when one should and expect others to deal with it instead
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to flex one's muscles
phrase
to display power or ability to scare or impress others
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plum tree
noun
a source of advantageous opportunities, particularly political favors or privileges
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dream ticket
noun
an ideal or perfect combination or pairing, especially in a political or professional context
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to take the floor
phrase
to step up to deliver a convincing speech
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on the stump
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(of a politician) trying to get political support by traveling around an area and giving speeches
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