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Money, sex, and populism: The life of Silvio Berlusconi

Jun 15, 2023 · 00:26:29

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Silvio Berlusconi, former Italian PM, died at 86, leaving a complex legacy.
His empire was built on wealth, sex, and pushing legal boundaries.
He served as a template for billionaire populist leaders globally.

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