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Political opportunism refers to the practice of taking advantage of every situation to maintain political support or influence,[1][2] often disregarding relevant ethical or political principles.[3]
- ^ https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/opportunism
- ^ "Definition of OPPORTUNISM". www.merriam-webster.com. 2024-11-11. Retrieved 2024-11-21.
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Aisen, Ari (2004). Money-Based Versus Exchange-Rate-Based Stabilization: Is There Space for Political Opportunism?. IMF Working Paper. Vol. WP/04/94. International Monetary Fund. p. 3. Retrieved 26 January 2020.
Political opportunism is broadly defined throughout the paper as the policymaker's choice of a particular policy taking into account the timing of elections.