They'll never say, because that would look like cynical political pragmatism.

Historically to the left of Fine Gael, the party has demonstrated sharp political pragmatism.

And Fianna Fail supporters are finding the going tough as they attempt to reconcile political pragmatism with loyalty.

In a speech pitched towards stressing the economic and political pragmatism of staying inside the Union, Rose said the referendum would define Britain's future prosperity.

There have been numerous occasions when we could have caved in under the lack of interest, political pragmatism or sheer ignorance of those in authority.

Analysis: Political pragmatism won out in the end over any sense of loyalty to Karadzic, writes Daniel McLaughlin.

"You preach a kind of political pragmatism," she said as he paused.