Spot the Spin: The False Dilemma
Politicians and pundits love forcing complicated issues into two extreme choices: support everything they want, or be accused of supporting the worst possible alternative.That is called a false dilemma.In this episode of Spot the Spin, Chris breaks down how false dilemmas work, why they are effective, and how to recognize the trick when someone says you are either with them or against them.Real issues involve trade-offs, consequences, and more than two possible answers. Fear is easier to sell than nuance.Stay fierce. Stay independent.
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