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Video. Flexing muscles: Is physical fitness becoming a must for politicians?

Updated: 22/10/2025 - 13:13 GMT+2

In times of uncertainty, a politician who displays physical strength can appeal to voters, says Professor Jacek Wasilewski, a media expert from the University of Warsaw.

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