The term realpolitik was coined by Prussian Prince Otto von Bismarck, who defined politics as "the art of the possible.". From Wordnik.com. [Murdoch, Hillary Alliance May Change Political Rules] Reference
KOUCHNER: The word realpolitik is a little pejorative. From Wordnik.com. [‘We Want To Believe’] Reference
Or the pragmatism and commercial interests that today we call realpolitik?. From Wordnik.com. [Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty] Reference
Stalin, Chamberlain, and Daladier thought they were engaged in realpolitik at the time. From Wordnik.com. [Matthew Yglesias » Russia, China, and Iran] Reference
"It's called realpolitik, George," Ryan explained. From Wordnik.com. [The Bear and the Dragon]
She’s never voted against “the party” (how realpolitik is that phrase?). From Wordnik.com. [Why front-line police officers are glad about Dizaei « POLICE INSPECTOR BLOG] Reference
The idea of "realism" is now equated with realpolitik, which is equated purely with military power. From Wordnik.com. [Adventus] Reference
But the president operates in realpolitik, which is what are the hazards here of coming out too strongly?. From Wordnik.com. [CNN Transcript Jun 21, 2009] Reference
To tell you the truth-I'm not a real fan of "realpolitik". From Wordnik.com. [Obama echoes the phrase that made me turn against Kerry.] Reference
He was either too gifted for "realpolitik", or an engineer without ethics. From Wordnik.com. [What Would Wernher Do? - NASA Watch] Reference
Anybody who's not willing and able to effectively engage in 'realpolitik' doesn't have a shot. From Wordnik.com. [Quote Of The Day] Reference
The definition of "realpolitik" makes clear that ideals, morals, principles are not the stuff of realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [On Thursday, the Legg report will be published along with...] Reference
Consulting foreign powers and corporate interests ahead of your own constituents goes well beyond "realpolitik" in my book. From Wordnik.com. [It's Fun To Play With The DMCA] Reference
It is America's imperialism and short-sighted belief in "realpolitik" that makes the U.S. and the world less and less secure. From Wordnik.com. [Reaping the Bounty of Imperial Arrogance] Reference
The ''realpolitik'' types spent so long worshipping at the altar of stability they were unable to see it was a cult for psychos. From Wordnik.com. [FREEDOM IS ON THE MARCH!] Reference
Whether you opt for the so-called 'realpolitik' motives or the out-and-out bizarre ones, reality has been banished from Washington. From Wordnik.com. [Philip Slater: Bush in his Helmet Stands Watch on the Rhine] Reference
"But some analysts say so-called realpolitik, while it serves. From Wordnik.com. [Terrible week for the Democrats and consequentially the world.] Reference
Thinking that this kind of realpolitik will win us the election is delusional. From Wordnik.com. [The Guardian World News] Reference
The "realpolitik" of U.S. policy to date has been one of uncompromising pragmatism. From Wordnik.com. [The Rule of Reason] Reference
This guy is telling us that the "realpolitik" of the situation favored our intervention. From Wordnik.com. [Three Wise Men] Reference
There is another, very prosaic and 'realpolitik' reason why neglect should not be accepted. From Wordnik.com. [Scand News for S.E.A - Scandinavian News Portal for Southeast Asia] Reference
We seem to be inventing a new kind of realpolitik, distinguished not by toughness but by niceness. From Wordnik.com. Reference
I have supported the Afghan intervention in principle and in "realpolitik", but am dismayed to have to agree. From Wordnik.com. [The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed] Reference
Isn't that what's called realpolitik?. From Wordnik.com. [On Thursday, the Legg report will be published along with...] Reference
Soviet biathlon: No money to repin for new realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [Hot Pins] Reference
This alliance has roots in both ideology and realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [A Sanctuary for Terror] Reference
But now his idealist image is being tested by realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [‘We Want To Believe’] Reference
Out of necessity, then, New Delhi has turned to realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [No Fanning the Flames] Reference
Kristol, the GOP's premier strategist, relishes realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [The Strategist Turns Scribbler] Reference
The result is a tough-minded guide to corporate realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [Quick Read] Reference
In the end, it seems, realpolitik triumphed over prayer wheels -- again. From Wordnik.com. [Prayers Vs. Realpolitik] Reference
He wrote a paper about the balance of power and the virtue of realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [The Warrior] Reference
Clearly part of this is realpolitik as Lula works to cement Brazil's preeminence. From Wordnik.com. ['The Most Popular Politician on Earth'] Reference
Concepts like "standing" and "soft power" mean little to the realpolitik worldview. From Wordnik.com. [Dubya’s Gift] Reference
This isn't a call for cynical realpolitik; the United States need not abandon its ideals. From Wordnik.com. [Fixing Uncle Sam’s Image Problem] Reference
Clinton's disengagement from foreign affairs was an exercise in self-discipline and realpolitik. From Wordnik.com. [Clinton's Growing Pains] Reference
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