US Senate's 'Gerontocracy': Family Business and Political Appointments

Darline Graham Nordone has temporarily succeeded her deceased brother in Congress, highlighting how US politics often functions as a family business. Governors frequently appoint replacement candidates based on political and personal preferences.

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Die Erbpacht im US-Senat: „Eine Gerontokratie wie zur Breschnew-Ära“ [premium]

Darline Graham Nordone tritt vorerst die Nachfolge ihres verstorbenen Bruders im Kongress an. Politik ist in den USA oftmals ein Familien-Business. Gouverneure bestimmen Ersatzkandidaten nach politischem und persönlichem Gusto – und dem des Präsidenten.

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US Senate's 'Gerontocracy': Family Business and Political Appointments

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