Fallacious Trump Non Sequitur (Redux) - FT#162
Nov 26, 2024
Dive into the wild world of political fallacies as they dissect Trump's non sequitur claims about the 2020 election. Explore hilarious examples from pop culture, including 'The Simpsons' and 'Chocolat.' Participate in a game of Fake News that will leave you guessing! Discover the circus of questionable cabinet choices and the awkwardness of British politics with Boris Johnson. Plus, laugh along as they critique rising grocery prices and tackle the chaos of Trump's administration with sharp satire.
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Trump's 2020 Election Non Sequitur
- Trump's claim that lack of poll watchers caused him to win in 2020 is a non sequitur fallacy.
- Even if votes were disqualified, it wouldn't logically mean he won those states.
Mail-In Voting Claims Debunked
- Legal changes to mail-in voting in Pennsylvania did not justify Trump's claim that he won the state.
- The timing and bipartisan support of those changes contradict the premise that they were fraudulent.
Unfit Leadership Argument Flawed
- Saying Hillary Clinton is unfit to lead because she won't say 'radical Islamic terrorism' is illogical.
- There are far better criteria to judge presidential fitness than specific phrasing.
