Politician marking time? Changing leaders would be smarter Crossword Clue

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Politician marking time? Changing leaders would be smarter Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

MARKING (noun)
1. evaluation of performance by assigning a grade or score
2. a distinguishing symbol
POLITICIAN (noun)
1. a person active in party politics
2. a leader engaged in civil administration

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ARMREST

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