The Balimbing Politician: No Honesty, No Loyalty, Only Self-Interest (eBook, ePUB)
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In a political arena driven by patronage and pragmatism, The Balimbing Politician: No Honesty, No Loyalty, Only Self-Interest unveils the unspoken tactics that keep traditional "trapo" figures atop Philippine power structures. Drawing on real-world case studies and Machiavellian theory, this book guides you through every maneuverfrom orchestrating strategic defections to deploying symbolic pageantryto consolidate influence without ever owning up to principles.Discover how to:Design Patronage Machines that bind constituents with appointments, contracts, and perksMaster Media Narratives through ...
In a political arena driven by patronage and pragmatism, The Balimbing Politician: No Honesty, No Loyalty, Only Self-Interest unveils the unspoken tactics that keep traditional "trapo" figures atop Philippine power structures. Drawing on real-world case studies and Machiavellian theory, this book guides you through every maneuverfrom orchestrating strategic defections to deploying symbolic pageantryto consolidate influence without ever owning up to principles.
Discover how to:
Each chapter offers step-by-step frameworksmapping factional terrain, negotiating alliance terms, institutionalizing loyalty, and crafting a lasting legacy. You'll learn to wield legal and bureaucratic levers to sideline critics, harness utang na loob for enduring support, and manage succession to protect your reign beyond a single term.
Whether you're a grassroots organizer, an aspiring local official, or simply curious about the mechanics of power, The Balimbing Politician equips you with the strategies to navigateand masterthe complex currents of Philippine politics. This is your inside look at how self-interest shapes leadership, and how you can apply these lessons to secure influence, forge alliances, and leave an indelible mark on the nation's political landscape.
Discover how to:
- Design Patronage Machines that bind constituents with appointments, contracts, and perks
- Master Media Narratives through controlled leaks, rapid-response teams, and social-media micro-targeting
- Exploit Crises by turning typhoons, scandals, and economic shocks into political capital
- Balance Public Posturing with Private Deals to court foreign investment under a banner of nationalism
Each chapter offers step-by-step frameworksmapping factional terrain, negotiating alliance terms, institutionalizing loyalty, and crafting a lasting legacy. You'll learn to wield legal and bureaucratic levers to sideline critics, harness utang na loob for enduring support, and manage succession to protect your reign beyond a single term.
Whether you're a grassroots organizer, an aspiring local official, or simply curious about the mechanics of power, The Balimbing Politician equips you with the strategies to navigateand masterthe complex currents of Philippine politics. This is your inside look at how self-interest shapes leadership, and how you can apply these lessons to secure influence, forge alliances, and leave an indelible mark on the nation's political landscape.
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