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Political theory is the study of the concepts in politics. Use this tag for questions regarding political philosophy or scientific theories.

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Why do politicians refuse to answer hypothetical questions?

Often you hear politicians say this "I don't answer hypothetical questions". Why can't hypothetical questions be answered? What are the grounds by which politicians justify saying that? Is there a way …
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