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Political Urban Legends and Their Impact on Public Policy Debates
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What is the term used to describe the phenomenon of people believing that a political party or group is responsible for a negative outcome, even if there is no evidence to support this belief?
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Political scapegoating
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Political scapegoating is the process of blaming a political party or group for a negative outcome, even if there is no evidence to support this belief. This can be a powerful tool for political manipulation, as it can be used to rally support for a particular party or policy.