But prosperous times also cause us to underestimate the future damage of new, well-promoted regulations.

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But thanks to Mr Thaksin, in future no Thai political party can expect to win an election without a popular and well-promoted platform.

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Perhaps the most promoted and well-known hero today is the basketball player Yao Ming.

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Another study carried out in India showed that female politicians promoted public-works projects that mattered particularly to women, such as well-construction.

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