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What's a snollygoster? A short lesson in political speak

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Title:
Mark Forsyth: What’s a snollygoster? A short lesson in political speak
Speaker:
Mark Forsyth
Description:

Most politicians choose their words carefully, to shape the reality they hope to create. But does it work? Etymologist Mark Forsyth shares a few entertaining word-origin stories from British and American history (for instance, did you ever wonder how George Washington became "president"?) and draws a surprising conclusion. (From TEDxHousesofParliament in London)

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Video Language:
English
Team:
closed TED
Project:
TEDTalks
Duration:
07:04
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