Bubble, bubble, toil and transition
Article Abstract:
The term 'interregnum' has been replaced by 'transition' to refer to the presidential succession. 'Bubble' is being used in place of 'cocoon' to characterize the security surrounding the chief executive.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1992
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Tough sell
Article Abstract:
The political use of the term 'tough sell' to mean a program that will have difficulty finding support is discussed. The political context of the expression 'hundred days' is also analyzed.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1993
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Bungee jumping
Article Abstract:
A discussion of the origin of the term 'bungee jumping' and of its use as a political expression is presented. The terms 'Pandaemonium' and 'revanche' are also analyzed.
Publication Name: The New York Times Magazine
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0028-7822
Year: 1993
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