political expediency

• pragmatismPractical problem-solving philosophy
• compromiseAgreement through mutual sacrifice
• opportunismExploiting circumstances for gain
• calculationMathematical problem-solving process
• realpolitikPolitics prioritizing practicality over ethics

maneuvering · backroom · deal-making · spin · concession · sellout · pandering · flip-flop · trimming · appeasement · cynicism · leverage · strategy · ambition · shortcut · convenience · scheming · horse-trading