PoliticsAugust 23, 2026
pandering
PAN-der-ing
Definition
The act of saying or doing things merely to satisfy the desires, prejudices, or superficial expectations of a specific audience rather than offering honest or substantive solutions.
Etymology
The word stems from the name Pandarus, a character in Chaucer's 'Troilus and Criseyde' who acted as a go-between for lovers, eventually evolving to mean someone who caters to the base desires of others.
In the news
Donald Duke argues that the nation needs to move past political 'pandering debates' and instead focus on crafting substantive, well-informed policies to address poverty and economic growth.
Duke canvasses strategic policy adjustments to fuel subsidy, economy
Read the full article ↗The Nation Newspaper