Whataboutism: The Hypocrisy TrapWhy some debates are designed to go nowhere.
From the show
Behavior ManipulationLearn to identify a common rhetorical tactic that derails conversations by deflecting blame. This logical fallacy exploits our aversion to double standards by shifting the focus to a separate issue. Understand the psychology behind why it's so effective and how you can steer arguments back to the original point, whether in a political debate or a personal disagreement.
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