Why Do Politicians Always Say 'I Have No Comment'?

Imagine you're playing a game of hide and seek, but instead of hiding, you say 'I have no comment', that's like saying you won't tell anyone where you are. Politicians use this phrase to keep people guessing and avoid giving away their plans.

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  1. A politician says 'I have no comment' when asked about a secret deal.
  2. A reporter asks a question, and the politician replies with 'I have no comment.'
  3. When a press conference gets intense, someone says, 'I have no comment.'

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