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The recent “re-election” of Robert Mugabe in Zimbabwe got me thinking, what sort of qualities are required to be the campaign manager of a dictatorial African election? And what types of decisions need to be made in order to secure victory?
First, qualifications of a campaign manager:
1)Military experience preferred (not so much as to overtake it though).
2)Must show an ability to intimidate.
3)Must not be afraid to destroy dissidents.
Strategies involved:
1)Must arm supporters (this is usually easier for the incumbent dictator, particular if he also heads the military). If the dictator in power does not control the military however, the general who does …read more

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10)So that’s the advertised salary, but how much will I really be making?
9)Will I have access to the company hooker?
8)Will you cover for me if my wife calls?
7)These are high speed shredders right?
6)Your wife is beautiful, she looks an awful lot like my ex.
5)Will you guys set up my offshore account or do I have to take care of that myself?
4)Look, I’m an accountant, playing with numbers is my thing, do the big boys want to make some real money here or are you content with your little scraps? (play this one by ear though)
3)Leadership skills? In college I was …read more

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