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Manipulating 'The People' in Politics

This chapter explores how the term 'people' is often misused by political leaders to distort democratic ideals and manipulate public perception. By examining historical and modern examples, it highlights the dangers of oversimplifying the democratic process into a 'leader vs. people' narrative that threatens institutional integrity and democratic stability.

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