His promotion was entirely 'political'. [=he was promoted because a powerful person wanted him to be promoted and not because he was qualified]
the American 'political' system [=the way the American government is officially organized, managed, etc.]
The governor received over $3 million in campaign contributions from 'political action committees'.
(..) on prime-time television... l have to regard this askance! Mr. Haywood was saying that our client, Miss Hobbs... wants it up front that the political content of the show... has to be in her control. She can have it. l don't give a damn about the political content. What kind of show? (..)1976 Network
(..) Max Schumacher. Goddamn it! When? Did he say anything? All right, thank you. The Communist Party believes the most pressing political necessity today... is the consolidation of the revolutionary... radical and democratic movements-- Harry, Howard Beale left my house minutes ago. (..)1976 Network