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Massimiliano Cencelli dies, father of the famous political 'Manual'

Massimiliano Cencelli has passed away in Rome at the age of 90. He is known for introducing rules for the distribution of political positions.

Massimiliano Cencelli dies, father of the famous political 'Manual'
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Massimiliano Cencelli died yesterday in Rome at the age of 90. A former official of the Christian Democracy party, he is known for his contribution to Italian politics through the creation of the 'Manual' that bears his name.

In 1967, Cencelli proposed a method for the distribution of political positions, establishing rules for a allocation based on the specific weight of different factions within the party.

His insight has had a lasting impact and is still cited today when responsibilities are distributed, reflecting varying balances and weights.

Cencelli's 'Manual' has become a common expression in the political sphere to refer to the allocation of roles among representatives of various parties.

His death marks the end of an era for many in the Italian political landscape, where his approach continues to influence the dynamics of position assignments.