demagoguery

/ˈdɛməˌɡɑɡəri/
noun
  1. The actions or methods of a demagogue; speech or behavior that appeals to people's emotions, prejudices, and fears rather than using reason or facts.
    • His speech was pure demagoguery, full of anger and false promises.
    • The historian's book examines the rise of demagoguery in modern politics.
    • Many voters are tired of the demagoguery and want honest debate.
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