originally a Jamacian term meaning exactly what it sounds like--politicians tricking the public and playing games. (I won't name names here since I think this site should be for definitions, not opinions, but I'm sure some will come to mind)
sort of like "downpressor" instead of oppressor
or "shitstem" instead of "system"
Bob Marley used these terms, along with countless other reggae artists.
"babylon can't fool I wit it's bloodsucking thieves murders and politricks"