Clerical era: Irans elections

Published: Feb. 21, 2020, 10:50 a.m.

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In a bid to unite a fractious populace, hardliners barred half of the parliamentary candidates; by silencing moderates, the plan will suppress turnout and deepen the disquiet. We take a look at the rise, fall and this week\\u2019s pardon of the \\u201cjunk-bond king\\u201d Michael Milken. And why so few Japanese people use their widely welcomed passports.

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