Kinship of Politics: Political Dynasties and Alliances

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KINSHIP OF POLITICS:

POLITICAL DYNASTIES AND


ALLIANCES
Politicshave also been influenced by
kinship relations.

In the Philippines, most politicians


elected in public offices and government
positions are relatives
 Political dynasty exists when two or more
individuals who are related within the second
degree of consanguinity or those relatives of
a person who may be the latter’s brother or
sister, direct ascendant or direct descendant
whether legitimate or illegitimate, full or half
blood, including their spouses .
 PoliticalAlliances – tend to align and forge
cooperation with other stronger parties or with the
administration party to ensure victory in the
elections or guarantee the passage of legislation.
 By creating alliances, politicians would continue to
receive more funds, resources and support from the
ruling party or administration party

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