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Welcome to English as a Second Language Podcast number 757: Getting Political Support.

This is English as a Second Language Podcast episode 757. I’m your host, Dr. Jeff McQuillan, coming to you from the Center for Educational Development in beautiful Los Angeles, California. Welcome back!

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This episode is a dialogue using vocabulary related to politics and getting support – getting money from people to support your political campaign. Let’s get started.

Helen: Okay, your schedule today is very busy. First, you’re meeting with a group of constituents concerned about the environment. Then, you’re speaking to a group of factory workers. At noon, you’ll be having lunch with a group of high-power donors.

Mikhail: When I signed on as a candidate, I had no idea I’d have to pander to every group out there to gain their support.

Helen: Don’t think of it as pandering. Think of