They see politics as exclusively combative contests, involving haggling, maneuvering, bargaining and manipulating.
They view politics as exclusively combative contests.
Politics are often seen as non-combative contests, as they see it.
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The GAO uses written material to confirm that critical facts and information are current.
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Elmer Gantry is not liked by anyone.
It's time to stop the work but let's keep talking.
Nobody advocates annual oversight hearings for major agencies.