VOICED: The candidate who would be king: Iraqi heir fights for seat

VOICED: The candidate who would be king: Iraqi heir fights for seat

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10th Grade - University

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Prince Ali bin Hussein, a cousin of Iraq's last king, is campaigning for a seat in Iraq's House of Representatives. He aims to revive the monarchy by winning votes for his constitutional monarchy party. Despite coming from a Sunni dynasty, he is part of a Shiite conservative coalition, which includes Muqtada Al Sadr's party. Critics view this as opportunistic, but Prince Ali argues it aims to bridge Iraq's societal divisions. He seeks to create a political list representing Iraq's diverse factions and ethnicities, aiming for a stable state. As a former investment banker, he has a strong chance of success.

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What are the criticisms faced by Prince Ali bin Hussein regarding his political strategy?

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What is the significance of building a political list that represents different currents and factions in Iraq?

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