When politicians explain why they’re stepping away, listen closely to how they explain it.

1.

“While I believe I would have won the primary, it is not an effective use of our time or your generous resources to spend the first half of next year in an unnecessary and protracted campaign.”

2. “I believe that being a parent is life’s greatest gift and greatest responsibility.”

3. “I have thought deeply about this and I know that as a mother, I will feel profound regret if I don’t further focus on my young son’s safety, growth, and happiness.”

4. “Particularly at his tender age.”

🤔 Your turn: Where’s the fallacy?

Which thinking traps can you spot in these statements?

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