After the election, he hopes, those same parties will either have to support the same budget or make way for others jostling to join the government.

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For others, it is a way to make a living and keep control in an age of music industry turmoil and internet-fuelled empowerment.

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"Khalil was loved and respected by many people and I am extremely proud my brother - and the work he carried out over many years to make a difference for others - has been recognised in such a wonderful way, " he said.

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Others, though, admire him for finding a way to make money from a stodgy industry.

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What better way to make your trials in life count for something positive than by using them to help others?

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In others, it is a wedge for the next generation of technology to make its way into enterprises.

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As the first Asian director to make his own distinctive mark in Hollywood, he is hoping he will be able to smooth the way for others to follow.

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