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Kindly Burn This Letter election_neutral.1

…, a prominent member of the …, has been accused of gross corruption. … strenuously denied all allegations until damning letters surfaced signed by ….

"Yes, yes, I am willing to discuss the contents of these letters with the committee, if only I am given time to study the content of these letters in my personal chambers first. Of course, on my honor, I will not alter or destroy any of the evidence. Honest."

… should stand by … and deny everything.
… should be isolated to protect the rest of the …. Tarred by Scandalous Letters: -25 Popularity
There are allies in the … who can speak in …'s defense.

Commander Commends Civic Coalition election_neutral.2

… … has made public statements in support of …, bringing into question the political neutrality of the military.

"It is my duty to defend the nation and its interests. Politics is as much a part of war as battles and logistics are—I don't see the problem with doing my duty and doing what I can to make sure those who are best fit to protect the nation end up being the ones in charge."

… can say what … wants.
Reprimand …—good soldiers don't give orders, they take them!
If … likes politics so much, … ought to get more involved.

Whistle-Stop Tour election_neutral.3

… intends to travel across … by train to campaign for the ….

"All I intend to do is present myself to the people—I'm just a simple … trying to get our party's message out by the best means available."

Campaigning by rail is a smart move. Stressed Rail Network: -25% Railway building Throughput
It'd be a shame if that campaign train kept suffering delays. Mysteriously Mismanaged Rail Network: -50% Railway building Throughput
The fate of the nation depends on that train running on time! Efficient Rail Network: +25% Railway building Throughput

The … Campaign election_neutral.4

The government's friendly relationship with …, an infamous country with a horrible reputation, has been the subject of sharp criticism and strong rhetoric from leading opposition candidates.

"To think that the name of …, not due to any real necessity, but purely from cynical diplomatic gestures, should be associated with ghastly crimes such as those perpetrated by …! I tell you now, we must pursue a new foreign policy, an ethical foreign policy! What good is all this if we cannot look at ourselves in the mirror without shame?"

Perhaps the speaker from … has a point.
If the government distances itself from …, the …'s argument will be undercut.

Overly-Enthusiastic Partisans election_neutral.5

Supporters of … have gone beyond simply campaigning for their own party, harassing and sometimes physically attacking opposing partisans.

"I'm a simple party man, that's all. I know who I like, and I know who I don't like, and I know I want my people to win and their people to lose."

Crack down on … activities.
Let the … partisans continue unmolested. Harassed by Political Partisans: -1 Interest Group Approval, -10% Interest Group Political Strength
Why should they limit who they target? Go forth and fight the good fight! Harassed by Political Partisans: -1 Interest Group Approval, -10% Interest Group Political Strength

Partisan Papers election_neutral.6

Party-affiliated newspapers have been proliferating during this election season. Publications associated with the … have been particularly effective in spreading the party line.

"Read all about it! Honest politicians attacked by shameless cowards! Leading candidate for office issues heartwarming appeal to the common man's heart! Man on campaign trail pets a puppy! Read all about it!"

The … has used the papers brilliantly.
Newspaper circulation is through the roof! This is a boom for publishers. High Distribution News Cycle: +20% Paper Mills building Throughput
It is in the State's interest to promote the truth.
It is in the State's interest to limit the spread of lies.

Campaign Financing election_neutral.7

Parties, particularly the …, are struggling to raise enough funds for all their campaigning needs this election.

"Let's see what you men are charging... fees, yes, that's to the be expected, but what's this lodging charge? That fancy hotel room could house half a village! And there's enough … billed here to drown a fish!" "Votes don't come cheap, sir. You do want to win, right?"

Some money can be spared for the …. State Funding for Campaigns: +1 Government Expenses
Every party can be provided with basic funding this election cycle. State Funding for Campaigns: +1 Government Expenses State Funded our Campaign: +1 Opposition Interest Group Approval
If a party can't afford a campaign, should it be campaigning?

The Crusade for Change election_neutral.8

The ongoing effort to implement … has captured the imagination of …, which has added fullthroated support for the new law as part of its central platform.

"The country yearns for change! For too long, we have watched the nation suffer. Is it not right to call for upheaval? Is it not right to call for the changes that are long-overdue? I tell you now, we must embrace the future!"

The … are the champions of change!
The People speak, and the nation shall listen!

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