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favorite son

/ˈfeɪvərɪt sʌn/

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/ˈfeɪvərɪt sʌn/C1formalamericanpolitical
  • ruПолитический термин, обозначающий кандидата, которого поддерживает делегация его родного штата на национальном политическом съезде, часто как стратегический ход для получения влияния или переговорной силы.

A political term referring to a candidate who is supported by their home state's delegation at a national political convention, often as a strategic move to gain influence or bargaining power.

  1. Popular local politicianC1formalamerican

    A political candidate who is especially popular in their home state or region, often supported by local delegates.

    ruЛюбимый сын

    • The senator was considered a favorite son in his home state of Ohio.
    • The party nominated a favorite son from Texas to gain regional support.
    • As a favorite son, he easily won the primary in his home district.