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Clerical era: Iran’s elections
Clerical era: Iran’s elections
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Length:
22 minutes
Released:
Feb 21, 2020
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Podcast episode
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In a bid to unite a fractious populace, hardliners barred half of the parliamentary candidates; by silencing moderates, the plan will suppress turnout and deepen the disquiet. We take a look at the rise, fall and this week’s pardon of the “junk-bond king” Michael Milken. And why so few Japanese people use their widely welcomed passports.For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/radiooffer For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy
Released:
Feb 21, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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