
Monkey for Mayor from This Day in Esoteric Political History
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
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Animals in Office: A Serious Joke
This chapter examines the populist trend of electing animals to political positions, reflecting a skepticism towards traditional politicians. Through humorous examples and historical parallels, it explores the implications of treating such roles lightly while highlighting the potential for unexpected competence in unconventional leaders.
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