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'''Political capital''' is a term referring to the amount of influence a public figure has over the government. It is typically gained by successfully achieving one's goals and by having a favorable image with the public. In turn, it is lost by being ineffective, unsuccessful, and unpopular.
'''Political capital''' is a term referring to the amount of influence a public figure has over the government. It is typically gained by successfully achieving one's goals and by having a favorable image with the public. In turn, it is lost by being ineffective, unsuccessful, and unpopular.
The term came to prominence when [[President]] [[George W. Bush]] used it numerous times following his victory in the 2004 presidential election.[http://www.eagleforum.org/column/2005/jan05/05-01-05.html]
The term came to prominence when [[President]] [[George W. Bush]] used it numerous times following his victory in the 2004 presidential election.<ref>Schlafly, Phyllis (01-05-2005) [http://www.eagleforum.org/column/2005/jan05/05-01-05.html ''Spending Bush's "Political Capital"''] Eagle Forum</ref>
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[[Category:Political Terms]]
[[Category:Political Terms]]