Politicians' embarrassing moments - in pictures

LONDON. September 6. KAZINFORM A picture of Francois Hollande looking less than statesmanlike caused a stir today, after picture agencies were accused of pulling the gormless image in a bout of self-censorship.
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Anyone would think Hollande was the first politician to be caught on camera looking daft. In fact, whether it's Geert Wilders seemingly picking his nose with a ballpoint pen or George Bush being upstaged by a turkey, there are plenty of other mortifying examples to enjoy. John Crace imagines what they were thinking.

Photos published by Guardian

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