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The Cycle of Political Comebacks

This chapter examines the recent trend of former politicians reclaiming their positions in government, focusing on Norway's new finance minister and other notable figures like Donald Tusk and David Cameron. The discussion highlights motivations behind these comebacks, contrasting personal ambitions with genuine desires to serve, while also exploring the implications of nostalgia in politics. Ultimately, it reflects on how the rapidly changing information landscape affects public perception and the evolving nature of political relevance.

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