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Originally Posted by Narona
That's still weird. If they wanted to consolidate his political position, do they also realize that they put a gigantic pressure on him? They consider that he will achieve something great for sure. He doesn't have the right to fail anymore. That could work against him, more than hellping him.
What will happen if he fails? This nobel prize will have little to no meaning.
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You mean this prize will actually add considerable pressure to the themes Iran, Afghanistan, worrysome economy, healthcare.... etc?
I think this prize is highly symbolic and not a divine burden. There are real problems and this prize is really not one of them.
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Originally Posted by Xellos-_^
the voters for the peace prize are completely seperate for the other voters.
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You are right. Wikipedia says: "The Norwegian Parliament appoints the Norwegian Nobel Committee, which selects the Laureate for the Peace Prize."
I think I read it consists of 5 norwegian (ex)politicians at the moment.
Okay ... I know... politicians... but they could be intelligent and idealistic nevertheless.
