366. Question Time: Why do dictators bother with sham elections?

The Rest Is Politics

Thursday, 30 January 2025 - 53 minutes

What stops billionaires spending their money in their lifetime? How can you stay engaged with politics without sacrificing mental health? Who are the hidden actors in the Israel/Gaza conflict?


Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more.


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