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Political jargon at election time - what does it all mean?

A democracy sausage ready to be eaten on election day (AAP)

A democracy sausage ready to be eaten on election day (AAP) Source: AAP

From democracy sausages to pork barrelling, experts break down the words and phrases used at election time.


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By Monique Pueblos

Source: SBS News



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From democracy sausages to pork barrelling, experts break down the words and phrases used at election time.



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